© ZacUK
© ZacUK
½ Penny Warwickshire – Wilkinson / Forge
1787 year| Copper | 14.6 g | 29.6 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1787 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 29.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#65663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Man working an industrial forge, date in exergue.
Note: 1 and 7 curved, 1 under centre of support
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1787
Edge
Plain with incuse legend.
Lettering: WILLEY SNEDSHILL BERSHAM BRADLEY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Warwickshire – Wilkinson / Forge) 1787 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages in the late 18th century. To address the issue, many private token issuers, such as Wilkinson / Forge, produced their own coins, which were accepted as legal tender by local merchants and traders. This coin, made of copper and weighing 14.6g, is a rare example of such a token and holds significant historical value for collectors today.
