© Lucian Lazar
© Lucian Lazar
½ Cent Madras
| Copper | 4.9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Penang (British East Indies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1828 |
| Value | ½ Cent (0.005) |
| Currency | Dollar (1786-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21237 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Arabic inscription within wreath of lily cups running clockwise.
Script: Arabic
Lettering: ڤولو ڤينڠ
Unabridged legend: Pulau Penang
Translation: Penang Island
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Cent (Madras) coin from Penang (British East Indies) is that it was minted during a time when the British East India Company was actively involved in the opium trade in the region. The coin's mintage period, 1825-1828, coincides with the height of the opium trade in the region, and it's possible that some of these coins may have been used to facilitate transactions related to the trade. This historical connection makes the coin a unique and interesting artifact for collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1825 | 145000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 | 414000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Cent (Madras) 1825-1828 coin.
