© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
1 Penny Bank token
1813 year| Copper | 17 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (1813-1971) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#99094 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Allegory of commerce: seated female facing left, draped, holding olive branch in right hand and cornucopia under left arm. Ship at sea in the background, to the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMMERCE
Engraver: Thomas Halliday
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny (Bank token) 1813 from Jersey (British Crown dependencies) made of Copper weighing 17g is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when there was a shortage of official coins in circulation. This coin was issued by a private bank, the Bank of Messrs. de Sausmarez, de Ste Croix and de La Cloche, and was accepted as legal tender on the island of Jersey. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin was still valued at one penny, which is a testament to the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Jersey during a time of economic hardship.
