کاتالوگ
| صادرکننده | New Guinea |
|---|---|
| سال | 1929 |
| نوع | Coin pattern |
| ارزش | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| واحد پول | Pound (1915-1966) |
| ترکیب | Nickel |
| وزن | |
| قطر | 24.5 mm |
| ضخامت | 1 mm |
| شکل | Round with a round hole |
| تکنیک | Milled |
| جهت | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| حکاک(ها) | George Kruger Gray |
| در گردش تا | |
| مرجع(ها) | KM#2a |
| توضیحات روی سکه | Crown over crossed sceptres, lettering around |
|---|---|
| خط روی سکه | Latin |
| نوشتههای روی سکه | GEORGIUS V.DG REX ET IND.IMP. +1+ |
| توضیحات پشت سکه | Pattern around hole with lettering around |
| خط پشت سکه | Latin |
| نوشتههای پشت سکه | TERRITORY OF NEW GUINEA ·ONE·1929·PENNY· |
| لبه | Reeded |
| ضرابخانه | |
| تیراژ ضرب |
1929 - Proof - 20 |
| شناسه Numisquare | 7445034830 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: The 1929 New Guinea 1 Penny trial strike emerges from the interwar period when the Territory of New Guinea was administered by Australia under a League of Nations mandate. King George V, whose reign (1910-1936) oversaw the British Empire, is depicted. This nickel trial represents a pivotal moment, signaling intent to issue distinct local coinage, moving beyond reliance on Australian currency. It reflects the administrative ambition to establish a unique monetary identity, exploring modern materials like nickel.
Artistry: The obverse features the dignified, uncrowned effigy of King George V facing left, a masterful work by Sir Edgar Bertram Mackennal, consistent with British Imperial numismatic tradition. This