Katalog
| İhraççı | New Guinea |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 1929 |
| Tür | Coin pattern |
| Değer | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Para birimi | Pound (1915-1966) |
| Bileşim | Nickel |
| Ağırlık | |
| Çap | 24.5 mm |
| Kalınlık | 1 mm |
| Şekil | Round with a round hole |
| Teknik | Milled |
| Yönlendirme | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Gravürcü(ler) | George Kruger Gray |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | |
| Referans(lar) | KM#2a |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | Crown over crossed sceptres, lettering around |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Ön yüz lejandı | GEORGIUS V.DG REX ET IND.IMP. +1+ |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Pattern around hole with lettering around |
| Arka yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Arka yüz lejandı | TERRITORY OF NEW GUINEA ·ONE·1929·PENNY· |
| Kenar | Reeded |
| Darphane | |
| Basma adedi |
1929 - Proof - 20 |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 7445034830 |
| Ek bilgiler |
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