© Mark240590
© Mark240590
½ Penny George Rules - Hilarias
1771 year| Copper | - | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1771 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Evasion tokens (1751-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#67591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned harp dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILA RIAS
17 71
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny (George Rules - Hilarias) 1771 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic hardship in the United Kingdom, particularly in the rural areas, where the lack of small change was severely felt. The coin was minted privately by George Rules, a merchant, and Hilarias, a tavern owner, in an effort to address this issue and provide a solution for the local community. Despite its humble origins, the coin has become a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a unique glimpse into the economic and social conditions of 18th-century Britain.
