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1 Farthing North Wales
1793 year| Copper | 3.54 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1793 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.54 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1793 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#46764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Central shield of arms bearing the Crest of the Prince of Wales, between flower stems. Lettering and date above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRO BONO PUBLICO
1793
Translation: For the public good
Edge
Milled and plain edges exist
Comment
Numerous varieties exist, DH#14-22Interesting fact
The Token 1 Farthing (North Wales) 1793 coin is interesting because it was issued during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in circulation, and private tokens like this one were used as a substitute. This coin was issued by a private company in North Wales and was made of copper, which was a common material for tokens at the time. Despite its small denomination, the coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item.
