George III. 1760-1820. Copper halfpenny. 8.05 gm. 28 mm. Contemporary counterfeit of better style. 1773. His laureate and cuirassed bust right; GEORGIVS • III • REX • around / Britannia seated left; BRITANNIA around; 1773 in exergue. S. 3774 type. Very Fine.

Counterfeit copies resembling official coinage were produced both because small change was in short supply and short weight brought a bit of profit.