Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | British Honduras (1862-1973) |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1904-1909 |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 1 Cent |
| Tiền tệ | Dollar (1885-date) |
| Chất liệu | Bronze |
| Trọng lượng | 9.33 g |
| Đường kính | 29 mm |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | Obverse: George William de Saulles Reverse: George de Saulles |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | KM#11 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Crowned bust of Edward VII facing right. |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR DES |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Value within beaded circle, toothed rim. |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | BRITISH HONDURAS 1 · ONE CENT 1904 · |
| Cạnh | |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
1904 - - 50 000 1904 - Matte Proof - 1904 - Proof - 1906 - - 50 000 1906 - Matte Proof - 1909 - - 25 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 3959297570 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: The 1904-1909 British Honduras 1 Cent coin, featuring Edward VII, was issued during the British Empire's zenith. Edward VII's reign (1901-1910) saw significant imperial consolidation and economic expansion. British Honduras, a Crown Colony, was integral to this vast network. This bronze cent facilitated essential daily commerce within the colony, underscoring the uniform monetary system and direct authority of the British monarch across distant territories.
Artistry: The obverse portrait of Edward VII was designed by George William de Saulles, Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint. His work exemplifies the Edwardian classical style, featuring a dignified, realistic bare head of the monarch, facing right. The legend, "EDWARDVS VII DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP:", proclaims his extensive titles. The reverse displays a standard colonial design: "1 CENT" within a beaded border, surrounded by "BRITISH HONDURAS" and the date, reflecting a utilitarian aesthetic.
Technical/Grading: As a bronze issue, the 1904-1909 British Honduras 1 Cent exhibits varied strike qualities. Key high-points for wear on the obverse include the hair above the ear, the ear, and the mustache. On the reverse, wear is typically observed on the central "1 CENT" numerals and the beaded inner circle. Well-preserved examples show crisp details and a strong, even strike. Original mint luster is rare; appealing, undisturbed patinas are often more desirable for grading.