© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Penny - Nova Constellatio “Pointed Rays, CONSTELLATIO”
1783 year| Copper | 7.1 g | 26.3 mm |
| Issuer | United States (pre-federal and private/territorial) |
|---|---|
| Period | Confederation Period (1781-1789) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1783 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 26.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#312198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Pointed rays with an eye looking out in center
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOVA CONSTELLAITIO
Translation: A New Constellation
Engraver: Benjamin Dudley
Comment
The pictures above show the Small US variety (KM# EA6.1).The picture below in the Comments show the Large US variety (KM# EA6.2)
(Source: Heritage Auctions)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the A Token ½ Penny - Nova Constellatio “Pointed Rays, CONSTELLATIO” 1783 from United States (pre-federal and private/territorial) made of Copper weighing 7.1 g is that it was designed by Benjamin Franklin, who was a founding father of the United States and a prominent figure in the Enlightenment. The coin features an image of a celestial body with pointed rays, which represents the new constellation that Franklin proposed to be added to the standard 12 zodiac signs. This coin is a rare and unique piece of American history, and it showcases Franklin's fascination with science, astronomy, and innovation.
