½ Penny Lothian - Leith
1797 year| Copper | - | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1797 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#120389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Figure of Britannia seated, holding spear and palm branch, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEITH HALFPENNY
1797
Edge
Inscripted
NOTE: plain variety exists
Lettering: PAYABLE IN LEITH EDINBURGH & GLASSGOW + + +
Comment
See also similar type DH#60Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny (Lothian - Leith) 1797 coin from the United Kingdom is interesting because it was created during a time of currency shortages and was used as a substitute for the official British coinage. It was made of copper and was issued by private companies and individuals, known as token issuers, who were authorized by the government to produce these tokens. This coin is a rare example of a regional token that was used in the town of Leith, which is now a part of Edinburgh, Scotland.
