British NEW GUINEA 1936 bronze Penny pre-WW2 colonial coinage; rare UNC

Description British New Guinea 1936 bronze Penny scarce 1-year type, rare UNCIRCULATED condition with attractive original chocolate-brown patina. Part of the life-long numismatic collection assembled many years ago. British colonial coinage for New Guinea; King George VI era; very attractive Penny in rare Uncirculated condition with original chocolate-brown patina. This type is rare this nice as most of these colonial pennies show signs of exposure to moisture and humidity. The coin is about 26.7 mm in diameter; plain edge, bronze alloy. A unique feature of the colonial New Guinea coins is the center hole. This colonial coinage was purposely struck with a hole in the center so the natives could carry the coins on strings. The coin is in excellent overall condition with a great eye appeal. No rim nicks or dings; these are the actual photos. This original British New Guinea 1936 bronze Penny is not a later reproduction or a copy; it is guaranteed to be 100% authentic or your money back. I have a few more world coins, as well as medals, tokens, badges, and military decorations in this store available for immediate purchase; please take a look at similar listings within our Coins & Paper Money or militaria sections. Argocoins accepts all major credit cards and payments via PayPal as forms of payment. Please email me at [email protected] if you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Old-fashioned checks and money orders will work as well; please take a look at the Payments section within our Terms and Conditions for additional details. Follow me on Facebook @argoman400BC to keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM International shipping via USPS International First Class will be $14.50 and up for this item to most countries on our “ship-to” list.