© ABC Coins & Tokens
© ABC Coins & Tokens
½ Penny Somerset - Bristol / Niblock and Hunter's
1795 year| Copper | 9.12 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1795 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.12 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#83905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
A standing blindfolded figure of Justice holding scales in her right hand and an auctioneer’s hammer in her left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAYABLE AT NIBLOCK & HUNTER’S
1795
Edge
Plain
Comment
Niblock & Hunter were auctioneers in BristolInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Somerset - Bristol / Niblock and Hunter's) 1795 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the late 18th century. To address this issue, many private token issuers, such as Niblock and Hunter, were established to produce copper tokens that could be used as currency. This particular coin is a rare example of one of these tokens, which was issued in Bristol, Somerset, and features an image of a shield with a crown on top, surrounded by foliage. Despite its age, this coin remains in good condition and is a valuable piece for collectors of historical currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1795 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Somerset - Bristol / Niblock and Hunter's) 1795 coin.
