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½ Penny Staffordshire – Stafford / W. Horton
1797 year| Copper | 10.47 g | 28.85 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1797 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.47 g |
| Diameter | 28.85 mm |
| Thickness | 1.98 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
A cypher W H and a Staffordshire knot.
Lettering: HALFPENNY
Edge
Edge lettering
Lettering: PAYABLE BY HORTON AND COMPANY +++
Comment
Obverse and edge varieties exist (DH#21). Also in silver.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Staffordshire – Stafford / W. Horton) 1797 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 William Horton, a private entrepreneur, and was one of many tokens issued by local merchants and traders to address the lack of small change in circulation. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of copper, which was a more valuable material than the silver or gold used in higher denomination coins, reflecting the economic challenges of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1797 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Staffordshire – Stafford / W. Horton) 1797 coin.
