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½ Penny Regal Imitation - George III left ND
1835 year| Copper | 4.8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Canadian provinces (Canada) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1835 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Harp incorporating angel facing left.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight: 4.6 - 5.0gDiameter: 27.2 - 27.5mm
Obverse: As BL-7
Reverse: Harp with 7 (seven) strings. Badly cracked die.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Regal Imitation - George III left) ND (1835) from Canadian provinces (Canada) made of Copper weighing 4.8 g is that it was used as a form of currency in Canada during the 19th century, despite not being officially issued by the Canadian government. It was a privately-issued token that was accepted as a means of payment by many merchants and traders in the region.
