A late 18th century King George III copper Britannia penny with the observe showing the legend (incuse) "GEORGIUS III D:G REX". This is the first copper coin in circulation to show D:G. The legend surrounds a laureate portrait of George III. The reverse bears the iconic seated Britannia holding an olive branch. Dated 1797. It measures 3.5cm in diameter & weighs 28.7g.
A late 18th century King George III copper Britannia penny with the observe showing the legend (incuse) "GEORGIUS III D:G REX". This is the first copper coin in circulation to show D:G. The legend surrounds a laureate portrait of George III. The reverse bears the iconic seated Britannia holding an olive branch. Dated 1797. It measures 3.5cm in diameter & weighs 28.7g.
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