1797 twopence value - Great Britain
Great Britain
twopence
George III
1797
What is a 1797 British two pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specs for the 1797 twopenny from Great Britain.
The retail value of a 1797
British twopence can range
from £15 to over £1,100,
depending on grade,
condition, desirability,
and demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| £15 | £45 | £105 | £375 | £705 | £1.1k+ |
Values are in UK Pounds
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
The 1797 British twopence reverse shows
Britannia seated facing left, holding an
olive branch and trident, with a shield
resting beside, and a ship in the distance.
The legend reads 'BRITANNIA.' above,
with the date below.
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The obverse features the robed laureate
bust of King George III facing right.
The legend reads: 'GEORGIUS III D:G REX.'
images courtesy of Kos Coins
Notes: The only copper twopence to be circulated in
Britain, the 1797 twopence was designed to combat
counterfeiting. Designed to weigh its exact value in
copper, (two ounces), the 1797 twopenny was the
largest circulating British coin.
| Monarch | King George III |
| Edge | plain |
| Weight | 56.7 grams |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Comp | copper |
| Minted | Birmingham, England |
| Mintage | approx. 722,160 |
| Scarcity | uncommon for period |
| Obverse | Conrad Kuchler |
| Reverse | Conrad Kuchler |
1797 British
twopence specifications
1797 British
twopence design
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Grading Terms
| VG | Very Good |
| F | Fine |
| VF | Very Fine |
| EF | Extremely Fine |
| aUnc | about Uncirculated |
| Unc | Uncirculated |