The British issued "cartwheel" Pennies and Twopences in 1797 only.
If you refer to the GEORGE III 1797 "Cartwheel" Penny and Twopence, they are both made from copper and are of almost identical appearance, the Penny is a little over 30 mm in diameter and the Twopence is much larger at about 40 mm in diameter.
The British "Cartwheel Penny" and "Cartwheel TwoPence" were only issued in 1797. The Isle of Man "Cartwheel Penny" and "Cartwheel Halfpenny" were issued in 1798 and 1813. Any of these coins in excellent condition could be considered valuable.
The only British copper coins minted in 1797 were the Cartwheel Penny and the Cartwheel Twopence. They were referred to as "Cartwheel" coins because of the distinctive rim around the edge of the coins giving the appearance of a cartwheel. Exact mintage figures can only be guessed at since the mintage for 1797 was referred to in tons of coins. There was a combined mintage of 5 tons of British Penny and Twopence coins minted in 1797. These were the first British copper coins to have been minted in over 20 years. The 1797 Penny weighed 1 ounce or 28.35 grams. The 1797 Twopence weighed 2 ounces or 56.7 grams.
Apart from George III, the only person depicted on British 1797 coins is Britannia, the female personification of Britain. She is usually shown as being seated and holding a trident and shield. In 1797 she is on the reverse of the "Cartwheel" Twopence and the "Cartwheel" Penny.
There were only two British "Britannia" coins minted in 1797, one was the copper Cartwheel Twopence at 41mm in diameter, the other was the copper Cartwheel Penny at 36mm in diameter. They are identical except for the size. See the link below.
The Twopence coin was also known as a Half-Groat at different times.Twopence coins were minted in -Silver1700 to 1710 inclusive17131717172117231726 to 172717291731 to 173217351737173917401743174617561759 to 176017631765176617721776178017841786179217951800Copper1797 (Cartwheel)
If you refer to the British 1797 Penny and Twopence coins, they may have been cursed by the people who had to use them. Both coins were very big and very heavy, even by the standards of the day. The 1797 "Cartwheel" Penny weighed 1 ounce or 28.35 grams and was 36 mm in diameter. The 1797 "Cartwheel" Twopence weighed 2 ounces or 56.7 grams and was 41 mm in diameter.
The old English 1797 cartwheel twopence coin weighs 2 ounces, which is approximately 56.7 grams. This distinctive coin, made of bronze, was notable for its large size and thick rim. Its design features a crown and the denomination, making it easily recognizable.
Your coin is either a British 1797 "Cartwheel" Twopence 41mm in diameter, or a British 1797 "Cartwheel" Penny 36mm in diameter. If somebody has drilled a hole in it, it might be worth a few Pence. Modified coins have no collector value.
No. Except for the 1797 "cartwheel" Twopence, British George III Twopence coins were minted in some years from 1763 to 1800. They were a small silver coin similar to the Maundy Twopence. Due to Britains ongoing expenses with various wars in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, there were very few silver or copper coins minted, subsequently there were a great many privately minted tokens and counterfeit coins produced. If you have a 1767 Twopence coin, it is quite probable that you have a privately minted token or a counterfeit.
A British 1797 copper Twopence (George III)(41 mm diameter, aka a "Cartwheel coin"), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,400 GBP (it would have to possess close to or full original red mint lustre to command this price). If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £40 to £400 GBP. A British 1797 Twopence (Copper Proof FDC) could fetch up to £900 GBP. A British 1797 Twopence (Bronzed Proof FDC) could fetch up to £800 GBP. A British 1797 Twopence (Silver Proof FDC) could fetch up to £8,000 GBP. A British 1797 Twopence (Gold Proof FDC) could fetch up to £15,000 GBP. A British 1797 Twopence (Gilt copper FDC) could fetch up to £1,750 GBP. NOTE - The reverse of these coins is upside down to the obverse. This is normal. Remember, these coins were struck in large numbers 722,160 for the standard copper 'currency' coin. The proofs are very rare and highly sought after. The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
There were no British Twopences produced by the Royal Mint in 1801.