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½ Penny Hampshire - Emsworth / Peace and Plenty
1793 year| Copper | 9.53 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1793 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.53 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#66466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Flying dove and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PEACE AND PLENTY.
Edge
Incuse legend
Note: varieties exist
Script: Latin
Lettering: CURRENT EVERYWHERE -·- -·- -·-
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Hampshire - Emsworth / Peace and Plenty) 1793 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of economic hardship and currency shortages in the late 18th century. The coin was minted by a private token issuer, rather than the Royal Mint, and was used as a substitute for the official copper coins that were in short supply at the time. Despite its relatively low value, the coin is now highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and historical significance.
