© ABC Coins & Tokens
© ABC Coins & Tokens
½ Penny Wicklow - Cronebane / Miners Arms
1789 year| Bronze | 11.30 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1789 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder Tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.30 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#49877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Shield of arms, crest, a windlass surrounded by legend and dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ASSOCIATED IRISH MINERS ARMS
17 89
Edge
Inscripted
NOTE: varieties exist
Lettering: PAYABLE AT CRONEBANE LODGE OR IN DUBLIN .X.
Interesting fact
The Token ½ Penny (Wicklow - Cronebane / Miners Arms) 1789 was used as a form of currency in Ireland during a time when there was a shortage of official coins. It was issued by private companies and individuals, and was accepted as legal tender in many parts of the country. This coin, made of bronze and weighing 11.30g, is a rare example of a token that was used in everyday transactions during that time.
