The Making of Modern Britain George VI Halfpenny
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Product code: HISKG6C9
- Discover the making of modern Britain through the reigns of five British monarchs
- Historical events during George VI’s reign had a crucial impact on the United Kingdom
- George VI had one official coinage portrait throughout his reign, which appears on the obverse of this halfpenny
- This halfpenny featured a design that was originally intended for the coins of Edward VIII but none were struck for circulation before he abdicated in 1936
- The detailed packaging explores the history of the halfpenny
- *Packaging image is for illustration purposes only
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George VI reigned during one of the most historically significant periods in history, which saw the start, the end and the aftermath of the Second World War. During the blitz, George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited bombed areas throughout London, boosting public morale and ensuring that the British monarchy became a symbol of unity for the people.
The ship design that appears on this halfpenny was intended for the definitive coinage of Edward VIII. However, as George VI’s elder brother abdicated before any coins could be struck for circulation, it was decided that this beautiful design by Humphrey Paget would appear on George VI’s coins instead.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Halfpenny |
| Alloy | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Diameter | 25.48mm |
| Year | 1947-1952 |
| Specification | Value |
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