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½ Penny - George IV
1824 year| Copper | 8.6 g | 28.6 mm |
| Issuer | Nova Scotia (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1824 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (1812-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Diameter | 28.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#98078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
A thistle surrounded by lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALFPENNY TOKEN
1824
Edge
Engrailed
Comment
Weight: 8.6 - 8.7gDiameter: 28.4 - 28.9mm
NS-1C1 "P" of Province far from bust.
NS-1C2 "P" of Province near bust.
Cast copies exist.
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny - George IV 1824 from Nova Scotia (Canadian provinces) made of Copper weighing 8.6 g is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a token coin, which means it was issued by a private entity, rather than a government, and was used as a substitute for official currency. The fact that it was made of copper and weighs 8.6 grams makes it stand out from other coins of the time, which were typically made of silver or gold and had a higher weight. Additionally, the fact that it was issued in Nova Scotia, a Canadian province, adds to its historical and cultural significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1824 | 118636 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - George IV 1824 coin.
