© ABC Coins & Tokens
© ABC Coins & Tokens
½ Penny Sussex - Chichester / Elizabeth I
1794 year| Copper | 10.38 g | 28.42 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 | 10.38 g |
| Diameter | 28.42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#23485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
View of Chichester Cross, legend around, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHICHESTER HALFPENNY
1794
Edge
Inscripted
NOTE: varieties exist
Lettering: PAYABLE AT DALLYS CHICHESTER
Comment
Also struck in SilverInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Sussex - Chichester / Elizabeth I) 1794 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 local authorities and private companies issued their own tokens, like this one, which were accepted as currency by local merchants and traders. This coin's design features the image of a crowned Elizabeth I on one side and the coat of arms of Sussex on the other, signifying its regional origin and authority.
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 (Sussex - Chichester / Elizabeth I) 1794 coin.
