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1 Penny - Hall, Henry J. (Christchurch) ND
| Copper | 13.2 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#77511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FAMILY GROCER
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H. J. HALL
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.WINE & SPIRIT MERCHANT.
Comment
Andrews Catalogue Number - A#159Rarity - R5: Scarce
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny - Hall, Henry J. (Christchurch) ND from New Zealand made of Copper weighing 13.2g is that it was issued during a time when there was a severe shortage of official currency in New Zealand, particularly in the rural areas. To address this issue, some enterprising businessmen, like Henry J. Hall, issued their own private tokens, which were accepted as a means of payment by local merchants. These tokens were made of copper and had a distinctive design, featuring the name and location of the issuer, as well as a unique serial number. Despite not being officially sanctioned by the government, these tokens played an important role in facilitating commerce in New Zealand during the late 19th century.
