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One Penny, 1897, Great Britain

Currency:GBP Category:Coins & Paper Money / Coins: Ancient Start Price:3.00 GBP Estimated At:35.00 - 45.00 GBP
One Penny, 1897, Great Britain
condition - very fine
Weight - 9.45 grams
Measurements - 3.1cm
Edge - Plain
Metal - Bronze

Old Veiled head pennies were issued for Queen Victoria from 1895 to 1901 inclusive.
The obverse design is similar for all dates, a veiled head bust, facing left.

Obverse
Old Veiled Head, Victoria facing left
VICTORIA DEI GRA BRITT REGINA FID DEF IND IMP

The reverse features Britannia, seated left, holding a trident.
The legend reads:-
ONE PENNY
1897