Change Finder1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend)
A 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) is typically worth about 25p–£6 in circulated condition, and £1–£10 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Denomination
- ½p
- Year
- 1983
- Mintage
- 7,600,000
- Rarity
- Scarce
Circulated (worn)
25p–£6
Uncirculated / BU
£1–£10
Is it rare?
The 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) is scarcer than most — harder to find than everyday change, with a modest premium to match.
What to look for
Bronze, 17.14mm — smallest decimal coin. KEY DATE — lowest circulation mintage of any year.
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- How much is the 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) worth?
- A 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) is typically worth about 25p–£6 in circulated condition, and £1–£10 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Is the 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) rare?
- The 1983 Decimal Half Penny (HALF PENNY legend) is scarcer than most — harder to find than everyday change, with a modest premium to match.
- What should I look for on a ½p like this?
- Bronze, 17.14mm — smallest decimal coin. KEY DATE — lowest circulation mintage of any year.
- How do I check my own ½p?
- Open Change Finder and scan your coin — it identifies it, grades the condition and checks for the errors that add value, free for your first check.
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