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½ Penny Warwickshire - Birmingham / Clarke's
1795 year| Copper | 10.5 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1795 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#163088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oak tree with ships sailing right in background, legend around raised rim, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIÆ TUTAMEN
MDCCXCV
Edge
Incuse legend
Lettering: PAYABLE AT THE HOUSE OF JOHN CLARKE BULL STREET +
Comment
Proof uniface variety exists, DH#121.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Warwickshire - Birmingham / Clarke's) 1795 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 private token issuers, such as Clarke's, produced their own coins, which were accepted as legal tender in specific regions. This coin, made of copper and weighing 10.5 grams, is a rare example of such a token and holds significant historical value for collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1795 | 36 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Warwickshire - Birmingham / Clarke's) 1795 coin.
