UK 1899 Penny and Farthing, Bronze, Danbury Mint

A pair of Victorian bronze coins from the British Coin Treasures Collection by Danbury Mint.

Penny: KM-790. Designer: George William de Saulles. Veiled Head obverse / Britannia reverse.

Farthing: KM-788. Designer: George William de Saulles. Veiled Head obverse / Britannia reverse.

Historical note: The size disparity between these denominations provided the nickname for the high-wheel bicycle.

Metal: Bronze