© London Coins
© London Coins
1 Penny Cornwall - Cambourne / Dolcoath Mine ND
| Copper | 18.48 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1811-1820 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 18.48 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#429194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of arms with supporters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO REGE ET POPULO
Translation: For king and people
Edge
Central diagonal reeding.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny (Cornwall - Cambourne / Dolcoath Mine) ND (1811-1820) from United Kingdom is that it was used as a form of currency in the Dolcoath Mine, which was one of the largest copper mines in Cornwall during the 19th century. The coin was issued by the mine's proprietors to pay their workers, and it was accepted as legal tender in the local area. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of copper, which was a valuable metal at the time, reflecting the importance of the mine's production to the local economy.
