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½ Penny Somerset - Bath / J. Jelly
1794 year| Copper | 8.96 g | 30.2 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.96 g |
| Diameter | 30.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Cedar tree beside overgrown ruin
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* EVEN UNTO THE HYSSOP THAT SPRINGETH OUT OF THE WALL *
1. KINGS: CH:4
V: 33.
Edge
Plain, rounded
Comment
On large and small flansInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Somerset - Bath / J. Jelly) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the late 18th century. The coin was minted by a private individual, J. Jelly, and was used as a substitute for the official coins of the time, which were in short supply. This coin is a rare example of a privately minted token that was used as a form of currency during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1794 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Somerset - Bath / J. Jelly) 1794 coin.
