© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
½ Cent
1787 year| Copper | 4.27 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Penang (British East Indies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1787 |
| Value | ½ Cent (0.005) |
| Currency | Dollar (1786-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.27 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription. Toothed border.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: جزيرہ پرنس ابويليس
Unabridged legend: Jazirah prins awailis
Translation: Island Prince of Wales
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1787 ½ Cent coin from Penang (British East Indies) is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. However, it's worth noting that the use of copper for coins was not without controversy, as some people believed that it was not a durable enough material for coins and that it could corrode easily. Despite these concerns, copper coins like the 1787 ½ Cent coin from Penang continued to be used for many years and remain a popular collector's item today.
