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Obverse © Renniks Publication Limited – Reverse © Renniks Publications Limited
1 Penny - Clarkson, S. Christchurch
1875 year| Copper | 12.3 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1875 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.3 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#95267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S. CLARKSON
BUILDER
&
IMPORTER
CASHEL STREET
CHRIST
CHURCH
NEW ZEALAND
Edge
Plain
Comment
W.J. Taylor
Andrews catalogue number = A#65
Rarity = R3-4 Frequently seen
Interesting fact
This coin was part of a series of tokens issued by private companies and individuals in New Zealand during the 19th century, known as " Provincial Tokens." These tokens were issued due to a shortage of official currency, and they were often made of copper or other base metals. The Clarkson, S. (Christchurch) 1875 token is a rare example of one of these provincial tokens, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.
