© Mark240590
© Mark240590
½ Penny Pure copper preferable to paper ND
| Copper | 6.7 g | 27.7 mm |
| Issuer | Canadian provinces (Canada) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1820-1830 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 27.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
5 - Line inscription within beaded border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PURE
COPPER
PREFERABLE
TO
PAPER
Engraver: Thomas Halliday
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Courteau # : 4Designed and Engraved by Thomas Halliday, This token Originally circulated in Ireland before making its way to British North America where it circulated in the states aswell as lower Canada. Struck on thick or thin flans resulting in weight variations (6.7 - 7.7g)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Pure copper preferable to paper) ND (1820-1830) from Canadian provinces (Canada) made of Copper weighing 6.7 g is that it was used as a substitute for the official Canadian currency, which was scarce at the time, and was accepted as legal tender in many parts of Canada.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1820-1830) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Pure copper preferable to paper) ND (1820-1830) coin.
