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½ Penny Middlesex - Lackington’s
1794 year| Copper | 8.24 g | 29 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 | 8.24 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 1.74 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
A figure of Fame, blowing a trumpet, two concentric circular legends surround
Note: a dot at the end of inner legend instead of an annulet
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALFPENNY OF LACKINGTON . ALLEN & CO.
CHEAPEST BOOKSELLERS IN THE WORLD.
Edge
Incuse legend
Note: varieties exist
Lettering: PAYABLE AT THE TEMPLE OF THE MUSES * / * / * /
Comment
Several obverse, reverse and edge varieties of this type exist, DH#351-358Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Middlesex - Lackington’s) 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 company, Lackington's, and was one of many tokens issued by various companies and individuals to address the shortage of official currency. This coin, in particular, was made of copper and weighed 8.24 grams, which was a relatively small size compared to other coins in circulation at the time. Despite its small size, the Token ½ Penny was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions, demonstrating the resourcefulness and adaptability of the British people during a time of economic challenge.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1794 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Middlesex - Lackington’s) 1794 coin.
