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| 発行体 | New Guinea |
|---|---|
| 年号 | 1929 |
| 種類 | Coin pattern |
| 額面 | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| 通貨 | Pound (1915-1966) |
| 材質 | Nickel |
| 重量 | |
| 直径 | 24.5 mm |
| 厚さ | 1 mm |
| 形状 | Round with a round hole |
| 製造技法 | Milled |
| 向き | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| 彫刻師 | George Kruger Gray |
| 流通終了年 | |
| 参考文献 | KM#2a |
| 表面の説明 | Crown over crossed sceptres, lettering around |
|---|---|
| 表面の文字体系 | Latin |
| 表面の銘文 | GEORGIUS V.DG REX ET IND.IMP. +1+ |
| 裏面の説明 | Pattern around hole with lettering around |
| 裏面の文字体系 | Latin |
| 裏面の銘文 | TERRITORY OF NEW GUINEA ·ONE·1929·PENNY· |
| 縁 | Reeded |
| 鋳造所 | |
| 鋳造数 |
1929 - Proof - 20 |
| Numisquare ID | 7445034830 |
| 追加情報 |
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