Vereinigtes Königreich Penny, Bronze — Elizabeth II. (1985–1992)

About this coin

Obverse

Elizabeth II faces right in the George IV State Diadem.

Script: Latin

Lettering

ELIZABETH II D G REG F D
1985
RDM

Translation

Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith.

Reverse

A crowned portcullis with hanging chains appears above 1.

Script: Latin

Lettering

ONE PENNY
1

Mints and mintmarks

Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales.

Engraver and mintmaster marks

RDM: portrait designer’s initials where present.

Identification and varieties

Bronze is non-magnetic. The 1992 bronze pieces were supplied in collector sets. Portcullis junctions may be raised dots or recessed circles.

Measurements

Dimensions are nominal; individual coins may vary.