1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company obverse
Obverse
1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company reverse
Reverse
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1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company (1812)

CountryUK Year1812 Denom1 Penny MintRoyal Mint MetalCopper
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Reference guide Read the 1p coin values UK guide Mintage, key dates, realised auction prices and authentication tips.
CountryUnited Kingdom
Year1812
Denomination1 Penny
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
Demonetised1831
CompositionCopper
Weight27.100g
Diameter36.0mm
Thickness3.00mm
ShapeRound
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Obverse

Clasped hands above date in centre circle.

Reverse

Legend on three lines in centre circle.

1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company market value

£6.08
Median of 7 verified VF sales, the grade that sells most often. 8 sales across 2 grades.
Grade range £6 – £6
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Last sale 9 days ago View price history →

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1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company price history

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1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company value by grade

Realised auction prices · ⭐ Pro Expand rows for individual sale records
Grade Latest Median 30d Δ All-time range Sales (1yr) Total sales Last sale
EF £6.02 🔒 eBay £6.02 (1) – £6.02 – £6.02 1 1 18-08-2026
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VF £22.42 🔒 eBay £6.08 – £0.99 – £52.84 9 9 18-10-2026
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About the 1812 1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company

The 1812 1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company is a circulating 1 penny coin, struck in copper. It weighs 27.1g and measures 36mm across. Reverse design: Legend on three lines in centre circle.

It is no longer legal tender (withdrawn 1831), so its value is to collectors only.

Common questions

How much is the 1812 1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company worth?

Verified sold prices for the 1812 1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company run from £6.02 to £6.08 across 2 grades, taking the median for each grade. Condition makes the difference, so check the grade table above before pricing one.

How do I identify the 1812 1 Penny Birmingham - Union Copper Company?

Check the weight 27.1g and diameter 36mm and the metal (copper) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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