Obverse: Portrait of King George V facing left, inscription GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP:
Reverse: Britannia seated facing right, holding trident and shield with Union Jack; denomination “ONE PENNY” above, year “1928” below.
Composition: Bronze
Edge: Plain
Historical Insight:
The 1928 issue came during a period of economic recovery following World War I and just before the global economic crisis of 1929. Pennies of George V are beloved among collectors for their traditional Britannia design, which soon gave way to the changes under George VI.
Verified π¬π§ United Kingdom β Monarchs and Milestones 1 Penny 1928
Owner: Babushka