© M. Sander
© M. Sander
½ Penny Warwickshire - Birmingham / H. Hickman
1792 year| Copper | 11 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1792 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#80364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Central monogram, legend around
Lettering:
BIRMINGHAM * PROMISSORY * HALFPENNY
HH
Edge
Inscribed
Lettering: PAYABLE H. HICKMANS WAREHOUSE BIRMINGHAM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Warwickshire - Birmingham / H. Hickman) 1792 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 H. Hickman, a private token issuer, and was used as a substitute for the official copper coins that were in short supply. The Token ½ Penny was made of copper and weighed 11g, which was a significant weight for a coin of its denomination at the time. Despite being issued by a private entity, the coin was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions, highlighting the resourcefulness and resilience of the people during a period of economic hardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1792 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 / H. Hickman) 1792 coin.
