© ZacUK
© ZacUK
½ Penny Dublin – Camac Kyan and Camac
1794 year| Copper | 10.5 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder Tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#78325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Central monogram H M Co (Hibernian Mining Company). Lettering around, denomination below, toothed border
Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)
Lettering:
CAMAC KYAN AND CAMAC
H M Co
HALFPENNY
Edge
Plain with lettering
Lettering: PAYABLE IN DUBLIN OR BALLYMURTAGH
Comment
The monogram H M Co means 'Hibernia Mine Company' with partners Turner Camac, John Howard Kyan, and John Camac.Many varieties exist; catalogue numbers DH# 251-267
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Dublin – Camac Kyan and Camac) 1794 from Ireland is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was minted as a response to a shortage of small change, which made everyday transactions difficult for many people. The Token ½ Penny was not an official currency, but it was widely accepted and used as a means of exchange. Despite its humble origins, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
