This 1844 Model 1/2 Penny is one of the widely circulated pattern pieces produced by Joseph Moore during the mid-1840s when proposals to reform Britain’s heavy copper coinage were under discussion. These popular model coins were privately struck in large numbers and became a familiar novelty of the era.
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Country: United Kingdom
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Year: 1844
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Denomination: 1/2 Penny (Model)
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Composition: Bimetallic — nickel-zinc centre with copper ring
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Diameter: 19.5 mm
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Weight: 1.8 g
These model halfpennies are sought after by collectors for their historical interest and distinctive bimetallic construction, representing an intriguing chapter in the evolution of British coinage.
