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½ Penny "Trade and Navigation" Token
1813 year| Copper | 7.7 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Nova Scotia (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (1812-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
The face value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PURE COPPER PREFERABLE TO PAPER
HALF
PENNY
TOKEN
Edge
Plain, reeded, engrailed
Comment
Weight: 7.5 - 7.9gDiameter: 27.3 - 27.4mm
NS-21A1 Large central wave, plain edge
NS-21A2 Large central wave, engrailed edge
NS-21A3 Third wave tallest, reeded edge
NS-21A4 Round right wave, date flaw, plain edge
Obverse design is almost identical to the "Sheathing Nail Manufactory" farthing, half penny and penny tokens from Bristol.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny ("Trade and Navigation" Token) 1813 from Nova Scotia is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in the province. The token was issued by private companies and individuals to facilitate trade and commerce, and it was accepted as legal tender by many merchants and businesses. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Canadian numismatic history, and it serves as a reminder of the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Nova Scotia during a time of economic challenge.
