There's a hole in it...it's been drilled. It's most likely been plated. Probably was a jewelry piece on a necklace or something.
So, dear fellow, you're saying that this occurrence was not caused by some intrusive capability? I think not.......
Your coin is not rare, and it is damaged. On a positive note, you're images aren't bad. Straight on and in focus. Lighting could be better.
I voted no because I don't know what size drill bit was used. But really, I agree that it was likely plated to be used on a charm bracelet or necklace.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penny_(British_decimal_coin) Whatever you want to know about the British decimal Penny...
Pull the rug on us, eh dear lady? Nothing eventful here, but I'm not a collector of 'world' coins. My tendencies exhibit more 'yank'.