© Al Louarn
© Al Louarn
½ Penny Sr Bevois - North Wales ND
| Copper | 5.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1795-1800 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Evasion tokens (1751-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#37240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Central crowned harp with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * NORTH . * . * WALES *
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties exist (Atkins#435-7).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Sr Bevois - North Wales) ND (1795-1800) coin is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the United Kingdom, particularly in rural areas. To address this issue, many private token issuers, such as Sir Bevois, produced their own coins, known as "tokens," which were accepted as currency by local merchants and traders. These tokens were often made of copper or other base metals and had a low denomination, making them accessible to everyday people. Despite their humble origins, some of these tokens have become highly sought after by collectors today, owing to their historical significance and rarity.
