George V, Penny 'H' 1919 Circulated

This is the 1919 H Penny, the last to be struck outside the Mint. It was struck by the Heaton Mint in Birmingham, that is why it carries the H mint mark. These are nice coins, used but better than average for a coin that is now over 90 years old. Add one to your collection and your folder will be closer to filling up…
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SKU: CGH6419
£8.95
Products specifications
Attribute nameAttribute value
MonarchGeorge V 1910 - 1936
Pre-Decimal DenominationPenny
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