Catalogo
| Emittente | Bermuda |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1793 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Valuta | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composizione | Copper |
| Peso | 12.96 g |
| Diametro | 30.7 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | |
| Incisore/i | Jean-Pierre Droz |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | KM#5, Pr#5 |
| Descrizione del dritto | King George III bust facing right. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin |
| Legenda del dritto | GEORGIVS III·D·G·REX· DROZ.F |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Sailing ship with land on the right horizon and Bermuda across the top. Line behind third mast is actually a die clashing and is the King`s neckline from the obverse die smashing into the reverse die. Most specimens have this, suggesting the clash happened very early on in production. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin |
| Legenda del rovescio | BERMUDA 1793 |
| Bordo | Plain |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
1793 - double pennant - 72 000 1793 - single pennant - |
| ID Numisquare | 4865764870 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: The 1793 Bermuda 1 Penny was issued during King George III's reign (1760-1820), a period of intense British imperial administration. Post-American Revolution, Bermuda, a vital naval base, suffered from a chronic shortage of small change. This authorized issue provided a much-needed, officially sanctioned medium of exchange, underscoring Bermuda's direct economic and political integration into the British Empire and the crown's commitment to its overseas territories.
Artistry: The 1793 Bermuda Penny's design reflects the Neoclassical style common in late 18th-century British coinage. While the specific engraver for this colonial issue is often unconfirmed, its execution aligns with Royal Mint standards. The obverse features a laureated bust of King George III, rendered with classical dignity. The reverse typically depicts a seated Britannia, a traditional allegorical figure, holding a trident and shield, symbolizing British naval power and protection.
Technical/Grading: Struck in copper, this substantial coin (12.96 gg, 30.7 mm) has distinct technical characteristics. Key high-points on the obverse include the hair above the ear, laurel wreath, and nose tip. On the reverse, Britannia's knee, breast, and spearhead are critical for detail. Due to 18th-century coining limitations, strikes are often soft, especially on higher relief elements. Planchet quality may also exhibit minor imperfections or surface granularity typical of copper issues from this period.