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½ Penny - Crombie, Clapperton and Findlay Melbourne; Victoria ND
| Copper | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Victoria (Australian States) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1854-1855 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1788-1900) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#59243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Kangaroo facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MELBOURNE
W.J.TAYLOR MEDALLIST TO THE GREAT EXHIBITION 1851
Comment
Mint - Kangaroo Office
Rarity R5
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the A Token ½ Penny - Crombie, Clapperton and Findlay (Melbourne; Victoria) ND (1854-1855) from Victoria (Australian States) made of Copper is that it was used as a form of currency during the gold rush era in Australia. The coin was minted by a private company, Crombie, Clapperton and Findlay, and was used to facilitate trade and commerce in the region. Despite not being an official government-issued coin, it was widely accepted and used by the public. This coin is a unique piece of Australian history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
