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Reverse
Ireland ½ Reul / 3 Phingin (1939–1940)
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| Country | Ireland |
| Year | 1939–1940 |
| Denomination | ½ Reul = 3 Pence (½ Reul = 3 Phingin) |
| Mintage | 64,000 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 3.240g |
| Diameter | 17.6mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain. |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Percy Metcalfe |
| Rev. artist | Percy Metcalfe |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 6637 |
Obverse
Cláirseach (or Gaelic harp)
ÉIRE 1940
Reverse
Seated hare, facing left.
LEAṪ REUL 3d
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About the 1939 Ireland Half Reul / 3 Phingin
The 1939 Ireland Half Reul / 3 Phingin is a circulating ½ reul = 3 pence (½ reul = 3 phingin) coin issued from 1939 to 1940, struck in nickel. It weighs 3.24g and measures 17.6mm across. Reverse design: Seated hare, facing left.
A mintage of 64,000 is recorded for one date of this type; figures for each year are not held. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How do I identify the 1939 Ireland Half Reul / 3 Phingin?
Check the weight 3.24g and diameter 17.6mm and the metal (nickel) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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