½ Penny Warwickshire - Stratford / Shakespeare
| Copper | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1790-1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#20504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Female figure seated left holding auger and cog wheel, denomination above, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALFPENNY
1790
Edge
Inscripted
NOTE: edge varieties exist
Lettering: PAYABLE AT BANBURY OXFORD OR READING . + .
Interesting fact
The Token ½ Penny coin from Warwickshire, Stratford/Shakespeare, 1790-1794, made of Copper, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time when there was a severe shortage of small denomination coins in circulation, leading to the production of private tokens like this one. These tokens were issued by private companies and individuals, and were widely accepted as a means of payment. This coin, in particular, features an image of Shakespeare on one side and a depiction of a castle on the other, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike.
