1/2 Penny (1928 - 1937)
Features
| Denomination | 1/2 Penny |
| Catalog Number | KM# 2 |
| Weight (g) | 5.967 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25.5 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | |
| Demonetized | 1970-01-01 |
Obverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
SAORSTAT
ÉIREANN
19 33
Description:
Irish harp divides date.
SAORSTAT
ÉIREANN
19 33
Description:
Irish harp divides date.
Reverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
1/2d
LEAT
PINGIN
Description:
Sow with piglets below denomination.
1/2d
LEAT
PINGIN
Description:
Sow with piglets below denomination.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 2,880,000 | Common | |
| 1928 | 6,001 | Proof | Common |
| 1933 | 720,000 | Rare | |
| 1933 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1935 | 960,000 | Rare | |
| 1935 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1937 | 960,000 | Common | |
| 1937 | Proof | Unknown |