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½ Penny Warwickshire – Wilkinson / Forge
1790 year| Copper | 14.65 g | 29.65 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1790 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.65 g |
| Diameter | 29.65 mm |
| Thickness | 2.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Man working an industrial forge, date in exergue.
Note: straight 1 and 7
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1790
Edge
Plain with incuse legend.
Lettering: WILLEY SNEDSHILL BERSHAM BRADLEY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Warwickshire – Wilkinson / Forge) 1790 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages and was used as a substitute for the official copper coins of the Royal Mint. The Token was issued by private companies and individuals, and it was accepted as legal tender in many parts of the country. This coin is a rare example of a privately issued token that was used as a form of currency during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 | 404217 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny (Warwickshire – Wilkinson / Forge) 1790 coin.
