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1 Penny -Beath, G. L. and Co Christchurch ND
| Bronze | 9.5 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1840-1901) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1860-1869 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1933 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#39232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G.L. BEATH & CO.
CLOTHIERS
DIRECT
IMPORTERS
DRAPERS
CHRISTCHURCH
Edge
Plain
Comment
Andrews catalogue numbers: R#47 = A#32, R#49 = A#40, R#50 = A#36, R#51 = A#35, R#52 = A#38
Rarity:
A32/R47 = R2 - Frequently Seen,
A40/R49 = R4-5 - Less Frequently Seen,
A36/R50 = R3-4 - Less Frequently Seen,
A35/R51 = R6 - Somewhat Rare,
A38/R52 = R3 - Frequently Seen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny -Beath, G. L. and Co (Christchurch) ND (1860-1869) from New Zealand is that it was created during a time when the country was facing a severe coin shortage. In the mid-19th century, New Zealand was experiencing rapid growth and development, and the demand for currency was outpacing the supply. To address this issue, private companies like Beath, G. L. and Co. were authorized to produce tokens that could be used as currency. These tokens were made of bronze and had a value of one penny, which was equivalent to a quarter of a dollar. They were used widely in the Christchurch area and were accepted as legal tender until the government introduced its own currency in 1869. Today, these tokens are highly sought after by collectors and are considered an important part of New Zealand's numismatic history.
