This is a coin that I first saw mentioned in an edition of Coin Monthly magazine from September 1977. Since I saw it mentioned I have been on the lookout for an example. A few months ago I was able to purchase one but in the last couple of weeks I managed to find one in a job lot on pre-decimal bronze
The doubling on the 9 is immediately apparent when looking at the coin under a scope or loupe, etc. The same article in Coin Monthly also mentions that there are also tripled and quadrupled 9’s to look out for, but I am yet to see an example of one of those. Another article in the same title mentions that argues that there will only be a maximum of 120,000 of these coins, based on an average die usage of 120,000 before the die has worn out. This would put it into the R4 bracket according to Freeman [1] whilst Groom states “The 9 overstruck on 9 minor varieties are all very rare compared to the standard coin types” [2]
This example of the Doubled 9 was found in a job lot won at a local auction. Normally I video these hunts but the one time I didn’t, I find this! Oh well… This video can be found below if you want to view it.
- [1] The Bronze Coinage of Great Britain (1860 – 1970)
- [2] The identification of British 20th Century Bronze Coin Varieties.
Hi Matt.
Firstly, may I say, as a subscriber to your You Tube channel I find your content invaluable.
I am enquiring as to a 1945 penny. Whilst obtaining a new scope, I came across what I think is doubling on the 9, 4, 5 portion of the date.
I’ve taken a picture of it but was looking to you for a more solid verification on it.
Is there anywhere I could send you the pic?
You’re in coins
Steve.