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© mark240590
½ Penny Tvrcvpellerivs - Hispanniola ND
| Copper | - | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1793-1795 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Evasion tokens (1751-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#56829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Britannia seated left facing sunrise, legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANNIOLA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Turcu Pellerius was the title given to the commander of the mercenaries of the order of St. John of Jerusalem.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Tvrcvpellerivs - Hispanniola) ND (1793-1795) from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages in the British colonies, particularly in the West Indies. To address this issue, the British government authorized the production of token coins, such as this one, which were made of copper and had a value of half a penny. These token coins were used as a substitute for the official British currency, which was in short supply at the time. This fact highlights the coin's historical significance and its role in addressing economic challenges of the time.
