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½ Penny Lanarkshire - Glasgow / G. Shearer
1791 year| Copper | 9.69 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1791 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.69 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25012 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Recumbent river god leaning on overturned pitcher representing the source of the Clyde, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NUNQUAM ARESCERE
MDCCXCI
Translation: Never dry up
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: PAYABLE AT THE HOUSE OF GILBERT SHEARER & CO:
Comment
Bell, in his book "Commercial Coins 1787-1804", considers this as "one of the most beautiful tokens of the whole eighteenth century series". Also struck in Silver and Brass.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Lanarkshire - Glasgow / G. Shearer) 1791 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe currency shortages in Scotland, particularly in the western lowlands. The coin was minted by G. Shearer in Glasgow, and it's one of the few tokens issued by a private individual rather than a bank or a government. This coin is a rare example of a privately issued token that was used as a substitute for the official currency, demonstrating the resourcefulness and resilience of the people during times of economic hardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1791 | 483903 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Lanarkshire - Glasgow / G. Shearer) 1791 coin.
