1/2 Cent - Edward VII (1904 - 1909)
Features
| Denomination | 1/2 Cent |
| Catalog Number | KM# 101 |
| Weight (g) | 2.35 |
| Diameter (mm) | 18.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.4 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by George William de Saulles
Lettering:
EDWARD VII
KING & EMPEROR
Description:
Crowned King Edward VII facing right.
EDWARD VII
KING & EMPEROR
Description:
Crowned King Edward VII facing right.
Reverse
Lettering:
CEYLON · HALF · CENT
· 1909 ·
Description:
Tree within circle, date below, denomination above.
CEYLON · HALF · CENT
· 1909 ·
Description:
Tree within circle, date below, denomination above.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | 2,012,000 | Common | |
| 1904 | Proof | Not Common | |
| 1905 | 1,000,000 | Common | |
| 1905 | Proof | Not Common | |
| 1906 | 3,056,000 | Common | |
| 1906 | Proof | Not Common | |
| 1908 | 1,000,000 | Common | |
| 1908 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1909 | 3,000,000 | Common | |
| 1909 | Proof | Not Common |