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VARIOUS ENGLISH COINS
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VARIOUS ENGLISH COINS
A selection of British coins, including a half crown, a sixpence and a penny. Date: 1960s
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A Captivating Collection of British Coins from the 1960s: A Half Crown, Sixpence, and Penny This evocative print showcases a charming selection of British coins from the 1960s, featuring a Half Crown, Sixpence, and Penny. Each coin, with its unique design and intricate details, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the British monetary system. The Half Crown, the middle coin in this trio, was first introduced in 1816 and was used until decimalization in 1971. Its obverse design features the portrait of King George VI, while the reverse displays St. George and the Dragon. The Half Crown was a popular coin for its substantial value, worth two shillings and sixpence, or twelve new pence. The Sixpence, the coin to the right, was also in circulation during the 1960s and was used until decimalization. The Sixpence's obverse bears the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse features the image of the New Pence symbol, a thistle for Scotland, a rose for England, and a leek for Wales, symbolizing the unity of the United Kingdom. The smallest coin in the group, the Penny, is the most recognizable and ubiquitous coin in British history. The penny, worth one new pence, was in circulation during the 1960s and was used until decimalization. The obverse of the penny features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse displays the classic 'New Pence' design, which includes the value of the coin and the date. This print of various English coins from the 1960s offers a nostalgic look at a bygone era, when these coins were an integral part of everyday life and trade. Each coin tells a story of its own, reflecting the history, culture, and economy of the time.
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