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1 Penny

1788 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Barbados
King
George III (1760-1820)
Type
Token
Year
1788
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound sterling (1627-1970)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#105237
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Large pineapple, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BARBADOES PENNY
1788

Comment

Type II, small head, larger pineapple

Interesting fact

The Token 1 Penny 1788 from Barbados made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin that was issued during the colonial period in Barbados. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists. In fact, it is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the world, with some specimens selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1788  5376 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny 1788 coin.