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1844 United Kingdom Model 1 Penny
1844 United Kingdom Model 1 Penny
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The 1844 United Kingdom Model 1 Penny is a popular 19th-century trial piece produced by Joseph Moore during government discussions to reform the heavy copper coinage. These model coins circulated widely among the public and remain sought after by collectors for their historical interest and distinctive bimetallic construction.
Obverse and reverse: These model pennies were issued as pattern pieces and typically mirror contemporary penny motifs of the era; specific obverse and reverse designs can vary between strikes and issues.
- Country: United Kingdom
- Year: 1844
- Denomination: Model 1 Penny
- Composition: Bimetallic — nickel-zinc centre in copper ring
- Size: 22 mm diameter
- Weight: 3.50 g
