The Irish 1964 Half Penny, designed by Percy Metcalfe, features a pig with piglets, symbolizing Ireland’s agrarian roots. Struck in bronze, the Irish 1964 Half Penny reflected practical post-war economics and national identity through native imagery. Its continued circulation showed Ireland’s gradual modernization amid traditional values.
In 1964, Ireland saw growing industrialization and shifts toward European integration. The Irish 1964 Half Penny, still rooted in rural symbolism, contrasted with economic transformation. Metcalfe’s design on the Irish 1964 Half Penny preserved cultural pride while the coin itself remained part of daily life during a period of social and economic change.