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½ Penny Anglesey / Irish Cronebane
1793 year| Copper | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1793 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#139455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Shield of arms with a windlass crest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ASSOCIATED IRISH MINE COMPANY
1793
Edge
Plain with incuse legend
Lettering: PAYABLE IN LONDON LIVERPOOL OR BRISTOL
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny (Anglesey / Irish Cronebane) 1793 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of economic hardship and currency shortages in the late 18th century, and was intended to serve as a substitute for the official British coinage. Despite its value, it was not widely accepted and was eventually demonetized. Today, it is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance.
