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½ Penny - George III
1773 year| Copper | 7.34 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Virginia (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colonial period (1607-1776) |
| King | George III (1760-1783) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1773 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.34 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Crowned British - Hanoverian royal coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 73
Virgi nia
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny - George III 1773 from Virginia (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) made of Copper weighing 7.34 g is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a historical artifact and a piece of numismatic history. It is interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time when the United States was still a group of colonies under British rule, and it represents a unique piece of American history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1773 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - George III 1773 coin.