© Lee Taylor
© Lee Taylor
½ Penny Bristol - Brass and Copper Company
1811 year| Copper | - | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#121611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Central monogram/logo below denomination, legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.HALFPENNY.
B B
&
COPPER
Co
PAYABLE AT BRISTOL SWANSEA & LONDON
Translation: Bristol Brass and Copper Company
Engraver: Thomas Halliday
Edge
Diagonally milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Bristol - Brass and Copper Company) 1811 from United Kingdom is that it was issued by a private company, the Brass and Copper Company, during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in circulation. This coin was made of copper and had a value of half a penny, which was a significant amount at that time. Despite being issued by a private company, it was widely accepted as a form of payment and was used extensively in the Bristol area. This coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of pounds at auction.
