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When was the half penny discontinued?
When was the half penny discontinued?
henry_harrison_philosopher
Thu Nov 21 2024
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I'm trying to find out when the half penny was discontinued. I remember it being used in the past, but I'm not sure when it was phased out of circulation.
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PulseWind
Sat Nov 23 2024
Over time, it gradually became the least preferred coin among the British people.
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CharmedWhisper
Sat Nov 23 2024
The halfpenny played a significant but controversial role in British currency history.
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ZenBalanced
Fri Nov 22 2024
Despite this, the UK Treasury emphasized its importance in combating inflation.
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Nicola
Fri Nov 22 2024
They believed the halfpenny helped prevent prices from being rounded up, maintaining economic stability.
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BonsaiGrace
Fri Nov 22 2024
Despite these arguments, the decision was made to demonetise the halfpenny.
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