1927 Penny George V (modified effigy)
George V modified effigy
1927United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1927 Penny George V (modified effigy) is a United Kingdom Penny coin struck in 1927 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 60,989,500 were minted. Its estimated value in Very Fine is £0.93, from the Numista catalogue (October 2026). It is rated 2/10 for rarity (common). It is struck in bronze, weighs 9.45 g and measures 30.8 mm across.
Denomination
Penny
Condition
Circulation
Mintage
60,989,500
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 1927 Penny (George V) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 60,989,500 is the 35th lowest of 48 circulation Penny coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1927 George V Penny
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 Penny George V (modified effigy) (this page) | Circulation | modified effigy | 60,989,500 | £0.93Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1927 Penny George V Proof (modified effigy) | Proof | modified effigy | — | — |
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