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© Renniks Publications
½ Penny - Hall, Henry J. - Levy, L. Christchurch ND
1920 year| Copper | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#77515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend acrosss six horizontal lines, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALF PENNY TOKEN
LEATHER
& GRINDERY
OF ALL
DESCRIPTION
THE TRADE
SUPPLIED
PAYABLE AT LEVY'S LAMBTON QUAY
Comment
Late Restrike
KM note: Mule, Obverse of KM#Tn25 and reverse of Lipman Levy 1/2 Penny, KM#Tn38.
Andrews Catalogue Number - A#162
Rarity - R8: Very Rare
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny - Hall, Henry J. - Levy, L. (Christchurch) ND (1920) coin from New Zealand made of Copper is interesting because it was created during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in circulation, and private tokens like this one were used as a substitute for official currency. This coin, in particular, was issued by a businessman named Henry J. Hall and a lawyer named L. Levy in Christchurch, New Zealand's largest city at the time. It's a unique piece of history that highlights the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of New Zealand during times of economic hardship.
