1953 Penny Elizabeth II (with 'BRITT:OMN')
Elizabeth II 1st portrait; with 'BRITT:OMN'
1953United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1953 Penny Elizabeth II (with 'BRITT:OMN') is a United Kingdom Penny coin struck in 1953 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 1,308,400 were minted. Its estimated value in Very Fine is £1.70, from the Numista catalogue (October 2026). It is rated 4/10 for rarity (uncommon). It is struck in bronze, weighs 9.45 g and measures 30.8 mm across.
Denomination
Penny
Condition
Circulation
Mintage
1,308,400
Physical Properties
Composition:Bronze
Weight:9.45g
Shape:Round
Diameter:30.8mm
Thickness:1.6mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
RoundBronze
Value source:Numista catalogue, Very Fine
Value date:3 Oct 2026
Is the 1953 Penny (Elizabeth II) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 1,308,400 is the 4th lowest of 48 circulation Penny coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1953 Elizabeth II Penny
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 Penny Elizabeth II (with 'BRITT:OMN') (this page) | Circulation | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 1,308,400 | £1.70Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1953 Penny Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN') | Proof | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 40,000 | — |
| 1953 Penny Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN') | Proof | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 2 | — |
Elizabeth II Penny by year
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