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GBP 1 Penny

Name of coin
One Penny
Year(s) Issued
1971
Issuer
Christopher Ironside
Countries Issued in
United Kingdom
Face Value
0.01 GBP
Material
Bronze, Steel
Mintage


Not to be confused with the older GBP -/1 Shilling.

The Penny is worth one hundredth of a pound. They are used today, although they are hated by most people.

Design[]

The design depicts a crowned portcullis with sloping chains. Because of the end of pre-decimalization, in 1971-1981 an inscription curving over the crown reads New Penny, though this was changed to One Penny after the 10 years.

A newer design exists with the left portion of the Royal Shield of the UK.

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