Description: The British decimal ten new pence coin is a denomination of sterling coinage. Its obverse featured the profile of Queen Elizabeth II since the coin's introduction in 1968, to replace the florin (two shilling) in preparation for decimalization in 1971. It remained the same size as the florin, which also remained legal tender, until a smaller version was introduced 30 September 1992.This piece old large-sized 10 New Pence come from the issue released in sets "Britain's First Decimal Coins" , coin was withdrawn from circulation on 30 June 1993.OBVERSE : The second crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around.Lettering: ELIZABETH·II D·G·REG·F·D·1973Latin: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei DefensatrixTranslation: Elizabeth the Second by the Grace of God Queen Defender of the FaithDesigner: Arnold MachinREVERSE : A crowned lion Part of the crest of England, legend above, denomination below.Lettering: NEW PENCE 10Designer: Christopher Ironside EDGE : SmoothDesigner: Arnold Machin OBE RA FRSS (1911–1999)British artist, sculptor, and coin and postage stamp designer)Designer: Christopher Ironside awarded OBE (English painter and coin designer, 1913-1992)Mint: Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom Mintage in 1973 152 174 000Country United Kingdom Queen Elizabeth II (1952-2022)Type Standard circulation coinYears 1968-1981Value 10 New Pence Currency Pound sterling (decimalized)Composition Copper-nickel Weight 11.30 gDiameter 28.5 mmThickness 2.25 mmShape RoundOrientation Medal alignment ↑↑Demonetized 30 June 1993References KM# 912, Sp# F1
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Region of Origin: Europe
