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½ Penny Middlesex - Newgate / Symonds
1794 year| Copper | 9.45 g | 28.86 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 | 9.45 g |
| Diameter | 28.86 mm |
| Thickness | 1.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53476 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Plain design, horizontal legend across 8 lines
Note: tail of the '&' turns up
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAYABLE
AT
THE RESIDENCE
OF MESSRS SYMONDS
WINTERBOTHAM
RIDGWAY
&
HOLT
Edge
Milled
Note: varieties exist
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Middlesex - Newgate / Symonds) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe currency shortages in the country. The coin was minted privately by a company called Symonds & Co. and was intended to serve as a substitute for the official copper coins that were in short supply. Despite being privately minted, the Token ½ Penny was accepted as legal tender and remained in circulation for many years. This fact highlights the adaptability and resilience of the British people during times of economic hardship.
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 - Newgate / Symonds) 1794 coin.
