The Victoria Half Penny issued between 1838 and 1860 is a classic piece of early Victorian British coinage. The obverse features Queen Victoria’s famous youthful portrait by William Wyon, while the reverse depicts Britannia seated with her trident and shield, surrounded by traditional British symbolism.

Struck in copper during the early decades of Victoria’s long reign, these substantial half pennies offer a fascinating glimpse into everyday currency of 19th-century Britain. Their distinctive “Young Head” portrait, historic character and impressive size make them popular with collectors of Victorian coins, British copper coinage and pre-decimal currency.