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Offered here is an authentic 1891 British Half Penny, featuring the famous Bun Head portrait of Queen Victoria designed by Leonard Charles Wyon.
The obverse displays VICTORIA D:G: BRITT: REG: F:D., while the reverse shows Britannia seated with shield and trident, the classic image of the British Empire.
This coin was struck at the Heaton Mint (indicated by the small H mintmark below Britannia), and circulated widely throughout the colonies including South Africa during the late 19th century. A historically rich piece of Victorian-era coinage, now over 130 years old.
Specifications:
Country: Great Britain
Year: 1891 (Heaton Mint H below Britannia)
Denomination: Half Penny (½d)
Obverse: Queen Victoria Bun Head bust left
Reverse: Britannia seated, trident and shield
Metal: Bronze
Weight: ±5.67 g
Diameter: ±25 mm
Edge: Plain
Condition: Fine to Very Fine clear legends and date, honest circulation wear, pleasing brown tone.
Historical Note:
The Bun Head portrait was used from 1860 to 1894, symbolizing the height of the British Empire under Queen Victoria. 1891 coins from the Heaton Mint are slightly scarcer than the common London issues, adding collector interest.
