© ZacUK
© ZacUK
½ Penny Kent - Canterbury / J. Robertson
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#109276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
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 JAMES ROBERTSONS + + + + +
Comment
Copper Halfpenny token engraved by John Dixon, manufactured by Lutwyche.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Kent - Canterbury / J. Robertson) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the country. The coin was minted by a private individual, J. Robertson, and was one of many tokens issued by local merchants and traders to address the lack of official currency. This coin, made of copper and weighing 9.34g, was likely used for everyday transactions in the Canterbury area of Kent, and its design features the image of a crowned shield with the initials "JR" below it. Despite its humble origins, this coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
