British Coinage: A History of Pennies and More
Understanding the British Currency System
In the United Kingdom and its dependencies, the standard currency is the penny. The Royal Mint, responsible for producing British coins, also sources and sells historic coins from around the world.
The Two and a Half Pence Coin
Circulating from 1971 to 1980, the two and a half decimal pence coin was colloquially known as the "tanner," "tilbury 4," or "joey." It held a significant place in British coinage history.
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