The Elizabeth II One Penny issued between 1954 and 1970 is one of the most recognisable coins of Britain’s pre-decimal era. The obverse features the elegant young laureate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick, a design closely associated with the early years of her reign.

The reverse displays the iconic seated figure of Britannia holding her trident and shield, with the sea and lighthouse in the background. Struck in bronze, these large pennies were widely used in everyday British life before decimalisation transformed the UK currency system in 1971.

With its classic Britannia design, substantial size and strong connection to the early reign of Elizabeth II, this One Penny is an attractive addition to collections of British coins, vintage pennies and historic pre-decimal currency.