Great Britain 1/2 penny George III Coinage KM-647 MS64 PCGS copper coin 1799

The 1799 Great Britain Half Penny of King George III is a remarkable copper issue from the late 18th century, representing a transformative period in British industrial and monetary history. Certified MS64 by PCGS, this beautifully preserved coin belongs to the famous Soho Mint coinage produced under the innovative direction of Matthew Boulton. Struck in copper with impressive detail and rich chocolate-brown surfaces, the coin reflects the technological advancements that revolutionized British minting during the Georgian era. The obverse features the laureate and draped portrait of King George III facing right, surrounded by the Latin inscription “GEORGIUS III DEI GRATIA REX.” Fine details remain visible in the king’s curls, laurel wreath, facial profile, and classical drapery, all framed by a decorative denticle border.

The reverse showcases the iconic seated Britannia holding an olive branch and a trident, symbolizing peace and naval power. Beside her appears the Union shield resting near a rocky base, while a small sailing ship can be seen on the horizon above stylized sea waves. The word “BRITANNIA” surrounds the composition together with the date “1799.” Designed by Conrad Heinrich Küchler, the reverse combines elegant neoclassical imagery with powerful maritime symbolism that reflects Britain’s growing global influence at the turn of the century. Intricate details of Britannia’s flowing robes, shield lines, trident, and the distant vessel remain clearly visible on this sharply preserved example.

George III ruled during an era marked by industrial innovation, global trade expansion, and the Napoleonic Wars. Coins from this period remain highly collectible for their historical importance and distinctive Soho Mint craftsmanship. With its strong MS64 preservation and classic Britannia design, this Half Penny is an outstanding addition for collectors of Georgian copper coinage, British history, and early industrial-era numismatics.

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