© GT Foreman (CC BY-NC)
© GT Foreman (CC BY-NC)
½ Penny Somerset - Bath / City Token ND
| Copper | - | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1787-1797 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#323907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The arms and supporters of Bath in a sunk oval, with lion to the left and bear to the right, lettering above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATH CITY
TOKEN
Edge
Plain
Comment
Thick and thin flan varieties exist.DH#69-84 all bear the same Bath City Token reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Somerset - Bath / City Token) ND (1787-1797) from United Kingdom is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when there was a shortage of official coins. The coin was issued by private companies and individuals, known as "token issuers," who were authorized by the government to produce tokens that could be used as currency. This token, made of copper, features an image of a figure representing commerce on one side and the coat of arms of Bath on the other. It was used for small transactions in the city of Bath and surrounding areas, and it remains a popular collector's item today.
