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½ Penny Norfolk – Norwich / R. Campin
1794 year| Copper | 10.02 g | 28.57 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 | 10.02 g |
| Diameter | 28.57 mm |
| Thickness | 1.99 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A female seated between an anchor
and a globe, a crowned lion lying
at her feet.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALFPENNY.
1794
Edge
Edge lettering
Lettering: CURRENT EVERY WHERE.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Norfolk – Norwich / R. Campin) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the late 18th century. The coin was minted by a private individual, R. Campin, and was used as a substitute for the official coins of the time, which were in short supply. This coin is a rare example of a privately minted token that was used as a form of currency during this period.
