½ Penny (Dublin - H S and Co.) 1795 front ½ Penny (Dublin - H S and Co.) 1795 back
½ Penny (Dublin - H S and Co.) 1795 photo
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½ Penny Dublin - H S and Co.

1795 year
Copper 9 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Ireland
Type
Token
Year
1795
Value
½ Penny (1⁄480)
Currency
Conder Tokens (1787-1797)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#363681
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

H S & Co cypher within wreath.

Script: Latin (cursive)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Dublin - H S and Co.) 1795 from Ireland is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages in Ireland, particularly in the 1790s. The coin was minted by a private company, H S and Co., and was made of copper. Despite its small denomination, the coin was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions. Today, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.