© ZacUK
© ZacUK
½ Penny Kent - Canterbury / J. Mathews
1794 year| Copper | 9.34 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.34 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1797 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#109261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
The shield of Arms and mural crown of the City of Canterbury, dividing date below. Lettering around, toothed border
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROTECTION TO OUR KING AND COUNTRY LAWS AND TRADE *
1794
Engraver: John Dixon
Edge
Plain with lettering
Lettering: PAYABLE AT JOHN MATHEWSs. + + + +
Comment
John Mathews was a freeholder and appears to have been a carpenter and builder with a business in Canterbury.Copper Halfpenny token engraved by John Dixon, manufactured by Lutwyche.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Kent - Canterbury / J. Mathews) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe currency shortages in the late 18th century. The coin was minted by a private individual, J. Mathews, and was not officially sanctioned by the government, but it was still widely accepted as a form of payment. This highlights the resourcefulness and resilience of the people during times of economic hardship.
