© ABC Coins & Tokens
© ABC Coins & Tokens
1 Farthing Bristol - Patent Sheathing Nail Manufactory
1811 year| Copper | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#8686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Denomination across three lines within inner circle, legend around, date below. Beaded border
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FAR-
THING
TOKEN
PAYABLE AT BRISTOL & LONDON
1811
Edge
Diagonally milled ////
Comment
Batty#686Interesting fact
The Token 1 Farthing coin from Bristol, United Kingdom, made of Copper in 1811, features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a sailing ship, which represents the importance of maritime trade and commerce in Bristol during that time period.
