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United Kingdom 10 New Pence (copper‑nickel, 11.3g, 28.5mm). Obv: Elizabeth II Machin portrait. Rev: crowned lion passant. Struck at Tower Hill, London. Typical circulation with solid eye appeal.
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This coin, part of the United Kingdom's standard circulation series, is composed of copper and was minted between 1968 and 1981.
Design and Symbolism
Obverse (Front): Features the second portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Arnold Machin, with the inscription 'ELIZABETH II D G REG F D' followed by the year of minting.
Reverse (Back): Displays a crowned lion, a symbol of British heritage, with the denomination '10 NEW PENCE' inscribed.
History and Mintage
This coin was introduced as part of the decimalization of British currency. It was minted at the following locations:
- Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales
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