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Coin and Paper Money Collecting/Coin one and a half in Diameter 1808 Obverse male head with hair in bun on neck. and letters U S 111 above on rim, the reverse is woman seated-left arm down right arm extended-shield on what appears to be a double platform at her left side sled

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Expert: Brad Swain - 1/30/2010


Question

COIN X2
The year is quit clear and so is the US 111 . I can't locate any info in the coin books. Is it a US coin or a medal. And if it is does it have any value? I have taken pictures of both sides an can send it if you wish.  
Thankyou for any  info that can come up with.
Gaston DAmato

Answer
Hi Gaston, it is a British 1806 penny featuring King George III (1760-1820) and on the other side is the allegorical figure of Britannia leaning on a rock with a trident and shield which symbolizes Britain's mastery of the seas and worldwide empire.
It may be worth about $1 with that heavy amount of wear.
You might also try a library for a copy of the Standard Catalog of World Coins for pictures, values and lots more interesting info.
Brad

Brad Swain

Expertise

I have been a World Coin and Paper Money collector since about 1965. I will be glad to answer any questions you may have on World coins or currency, tokens, unusual or unknown pieces and attempt to give you estimates of value and historical information about them in a polite and prompt manner.

Experience

45 years collecting coins and paper money.

Education/Credentials
BA History, BA Geography - Virginia Tech

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