Content:

• Obverse: Portrait of King George V facing left, inscription “GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP:”

• Reverse: Britannia seated with shield and trident, denomination “ONE PENNY” and date “1915” below.

• Composition: Bronze

• Weight: ~9.45 g

• Diameter: 30.8 mm

• Edge: Plain

• Mint: London Mint

Historical Insight:
1915 marked Britain’s deepening involvement in the First World War. Coins like this penny circulated widely among soldiers’ families and the civilian population, becoming part of the shared wartime experience. Today, they offer not only numismatic value but also a tangible reminder of the resilience of everyday life in wartime Britain.

Collecting Note:
Pennies from the early years of George V’s reign are popular among collectors for their classic Britannia design and their association with one of the most challenging chapters in British history.