The 1797 George III Cartwheel Two Pence is one of the most famous coins of British copper coinage and a remarkable product of the Industrial Revolution. Issued during the reign of George III, the coin was created to tackle widespread counterfeiting and provide dependable copper currency for everyday transactions.
The coin was struck at the pioneering Soho Mint by renowned industrialist Matthew Boulton. Its unusually large size and heavy weight gave rise to the well-known nickname “Cartwheel”. The obverse displays the laureate portrait of King George III, while the reverse features the seated figure of Britannia holding a trident and olive branch.
Presented here in Good Fine condition, the coin shows honest wear from circulation while retaining clear design features and readable legends. A classic and historically significant issue, the 1797 Cartwheel Two Pence remains a highly collectable piece for enthusiasts of Georgian copper coinage and early British industrial minting.
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Cartwheel 1D & 2D
