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½ Penny - William Callister Bank Token Coinage
1831 year| Copper | 8.14 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William IV (1830-1837) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1831 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄560) |
| Currency | Pound (1709-1839) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.14 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#17883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Denomination in the centre, surrounded by legend & date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRO BONO PUBLICO
HALF
PENNY
TOKEN
1831
Translation: For the public good
Edge
Plain
Comment
Krause lists three types:- KM# 21.1: The one of the knees points to the B in STABIT.
- KM# 21.2: The knee points between the A and B in STABIT.
- KM# 21.3: The one of the knees points to the A in STABIT.
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny - William Callister (Bank Token Coinage) 1831 from Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) made of Copper weighing 8.14 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time when the Isle of Man was facing a severe shortage of small change, and the tokens were minted by local merchants and traders to address this issue. The coin's design features the image of a sailing ship, which reflects the island's strong maritime history and trade connections. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians, offering a unique glimpse into the economic and social history of the Isle of Man during the early 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1831 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - William Callister (Bank Token Coinage) 1831 coin.
