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½ Penny Hampshire - Emsworth / Earl Howe
1794 year| Copper | 9.2 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#360801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A satirical 'map' of France' with the date. 'Honor' trodden underfoot, 'throne' turned upside down, 'FRA-NCE' divided, 'RE|LI|GI|ON' cut in pieces, 'GLORY' defaced, 'FIRE' in each corner, daggers all around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAP OF FRANCE 1794
FRA-NCE FIRE
RE\LI/GI\ON FIRE
HONOR FIRE
GLORY FIRE
throne
Edge
Incuse legend.
Note: plain edge variety exists.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CURRENT EVERY WHERE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Hampshire - Emsworth / Earl Howe) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the late 18th century. The coin was minted by a private entity, the Earl Howe, to address the lack of small change in circulation. This coin, made of copper, was equivalent to half a penny and was widely accepted in the local area. Despite its small denomination, it is now a highly sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.
