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½ Penny Norfolk - Yarmouth / W. Absolon
1792 year| Copper | 11 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1792 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#56064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Shield of arms of the borough of Yarmouth between sprigs of oak
Script: Latin
Lettering: LET YARMOUTH FLOURISH.
Edge
Inscripted
NOTE: plain edge variety exists
Lettering: PAYABLE AT THE GLASS WAREHOUSE OF W. ABSOLON . X .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Norfolk - Yarmouth / W. Absolon) 1792 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages in the late 18th century. To address this issue, local merchants and traders began issuing their own tokens, like this one, which were accepted as currency by the community. This coin is a rare example of a token that was issued during this time period and is highly sought after by collectors today.
