1955 New Zealand Half Penny, No Shoulder Strap1955 New Zealand Half Penny (No Shoulder Strap) a scarce mid century New Zealand bronze coin, renowned for its "No Shoulder Strap" obverse variety and low mintage. This example shows attractive fields with traces of original lustre. Country: New Zealand Year: 1955 Denomination: Half Penny Composition: Bronze Size: 25. 4 mm diameter Weight: 5. 6 g (approximate)

details are softened but the major design elements and date remain readable

Grade gVF (good Very Fine) indicates clear

Obverse: Depicts Liberty seated on a rock holding a shield and a liberty pole

with major design elements still clear and collectible appeal retained

historic coin from the early 20th century that suits collectors of Victorian/Edwardian British coinage and silver enthusiasts

Size (Diameter): 38

created as a substitute for the widely used Mexican silver peso

Year: 1997

and the encircling legend typical of the issue

or early commercial numismatics

8 mm diameter

it may still show minor contact marks or bag abrasions typical of coins that have not been spent