Table of Contents
- 1 How much is a half penny worth from 1944?
- 2 How much is a 1944 UK half penny worth?
- 3 What is a 1952 half penny worth?
- 4 How do I know if my 1944 penny is valuable?
- 5 When did half pence coins go out of circulation?
- 6 How much is a 1943 Australian half penny worth?
- 7 Who is on the obverse of the 1944 Halfpenny?
- 8 How many grains are in a 1940 Penny?
How much is a half penny worth from 1944?
Its value ranges from 15 cents to 35 cents, but it could be worth way more than that, depending on its qualities. For instance, a 1944 penny in certified mint state (MS+) condition can fetch between $6 and $8 at an auction. In 2018, bidders were ready to part with up to $24,000 for a rare 1944-D/S Lincoln cent.
How much is a 1944 UK half penny worth?
What is a 1944 British halfpenny coin worth?
| VG | F | Unc |
|---|---|---|
| £0.05 | £0.15 | £6+ |
Is half a penny worth anything?
The traditional Half Penny coin was usually known as a Halfpenny. It had a worth of one four-hundred-and-eightieth of a pound sterling or half of a Penny.
What is a 1952 half penny worth?
What is a 1952 Australian halfpenny coin worth?
| VG | F | aUnc |
|---|---|---|
| $1 | $3 | $55 |
How do I know if my 1944 penny is valuable?
It’s really easy to tell if you have a 1944 steel penny or 1944 copper cent:
- If your 1944 penny sticks to a magnet, it’s a steel cent and is rare.
- If your 1944 penny does NOT stick to a magnet, it’s made from copper and is common.
What is a 1919 half penny worth?
What is a 1919 Australian halfpenny coin worth?
| VG | F | VF |
|---|---|---|
| $1 | $3 | $11 |
When did half pence coins go out of circulation?
December 1984
It soon became Britain’s least favourite coin. The Treasury had continued to argue that the halfpenny was important in the fight against inflation (preventing prices from being rounded up). The coin was demonetised and withdrawn from circulation in December 1984.
How much is a 1943 Australian half penny worth?
What is a 1943 Australian halfpenny coin worth?
| VG | F | aUnc |
|---|---|---|
| $0.90 | $1 | $20 |
How much is a 1949 Australian half penny worth?
What is a 1949 Australian halfpenny coin worth?
| VG | F | aUnc |
|---|---|---|
| $0.90 | $1 | $25 |
Who is on the obverse of the 1944 Halfpenny?
The 1944 UK halfpenny obverse features the bare head of King George VI facing left, with the surrounding legend: ‘GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP.’
How many grains are in a 1940 Penny?
The standard weight of these pieces was 80 to the pound avoirdupois (1/5 ounce or 87½ grains). This type uses a slightly re-worked reverse die for each year. The differences are very small and only the 1940 can be said to have genuine varieties, as three reverses can be found with this date.
What was the weight of the first royal mint Penny?
Paget was first approached by the Royal Mint in 1936 after the accession of King Edward VIII. Paget’s recommendation had come via his earlier design for the obverse of a medal featuring the then-Prince of Wales. The standard weight of these pieces was 80 to the pound avoirdupois (1/5 ounce or 87½ grains).