1971 Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic Proof
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1971 Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic Proof is an Ireland 1 Penny coin struck in 1971 at the Irish Mint. 50,000 were minted. Its estimated value is £0.80, from the Numista catalogue (May 2026). It is rated 5/10 for rarity (rare). It is struck in bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin), weighs 3.56 g and measures 20.32 mm across.
Denomination
1 Penny
Condition
Proof
Mintage
50,000
Physical Properties
Composition:Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin)
Weight:3.56g
Shape:Round
Diameter:20.32mm
Thickness:1.47mm
Currency:Pound / Irish Pound (decimalized, 1971-2001)
Mint:Irish Mint
Features & Details
RoundBronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin)
Value source:Numista catalogue
Value date:18 May 2026
Is the Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic 1971 rare?
Its proof mintage of 50,000 is the 2nd lowest of 2 proof Ireland 1 Penny coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1971 Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic | Circulation | — | 100,500,000 | £0.17Numista catalogue |
| 1971 Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic Proof (this page) | Proof | — | 50,000 | £0.80Numista catalogue |
Ireland 1 Penny non-magnetic by year
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