Halfpenny

Engraved commemorative coin - halfpenny. To the left on the obverse, there is a bust of King George II which is defaced. The starboard quarter view of a full-rigged ship under sail is engraved on a smooth surface on the reverse.

Object Details

ID: MEC1672
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Engraved commemorative coin - halfpenny
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
People: King George II
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 27 mm
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