1983 Two Pence "New Pence" PCGS MS65RD
When the United Kingdom decimalised in 1971, the new two pence coins bore the words “New Pence” to distinguish the new decimal coins from the old pre-decimal coins. In 1982, the words “New Pence” were dropped and replaced with “Two Pence”, but in 1983, a full year after the design change, a small number of 1983 two pence pieces bearing the old “New Pence” reverse escaped the mint. All the 1983 “New Pence” coins that have been discovered since then were found in the Martini and Heinz-branded mint sets of that year. Very few sets contain the error, while PCGS has only certified five coins. The coin photographed above is the equal third-finest assessed by them (7/24). If you’re a collector of error coins or mule coins, and are looking for something new to add next to your mule dollar or wavy “2” twenty cent, this coin is an ideal addition to your collection. Professional Coin Grading Service is the global leader in coin authentication and grading. With over 60 million coins graded and counting, PCGS is trusted by collectors, dealers, and investors to certify authenticity, protect value, and elevate market confidence. This is a direct conversion of the 70-point PCGS grade to a 10-point scale, intended to present the grade in a more intuitive format for newer collectors. It is not our personal opinion or an attempt at regrading the coin to a different standard. To understand how the 70-point scale converts to a 10-point scale, [click here](https://drakesterling.com/en/page/the-ten-point-coin-grading-scale).