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½ Penny Wiltshire - Devizes / J. Baster
1796 year| Copper | - | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#80072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Standing figure of a Stag left, legend around, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I . BASTER. DEVIZES WILTS
1796
Edge
Plain with incuse legend
NOTE: varieties exist
Lettering: BREECHES AND GLOVE MANUFACTORY .X.X.X
Interesting fact
The A Token ½ Penny (Wiltshire - Devizes / J. Baster) 1796 coin from the United Kingdom is interesting because it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the country. The coin was minted by a private individual, J. Baster, in Devizes, Wiltshire, and was one of many privately issued tokens that were used as a substitute for official currency during this period. Despite being made of copper, the coin was still considered valuable and was widely accepted as a form of payment. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the resourcefulness and resilience of the British people during times of economic hardship.
