| Glossary ID | 144 |
|---|---|
| Title | Halfpenny |
| Search Letter | H |
| Description | British copper coin. Pronounced 'ape-knee'. Dates back to Saxon times. After decimalisation in 1971 the much smaller 'new' half-penny was launched but demonetised in 1984 when inflation made it near worthless. |
| Last Update | 2021-12-10 10:50:28 |