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1 Penny - J. Hosie - Vines Melbourne; Victoria
1862 year| Copper | 17 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Victoria (Australian States) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1862 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1788-1900) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#415437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Legend around vines and grapes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA 1862
IN VINO VERITAS
Translation: In wine is truth
Edge
Plain
Comment
One Penny Token, minted by Thomas Stokes, Melbourne.
Stokes VINE A7/R3 reverse
Rarity R5-6
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny - J. Hosie - Vines (Melbourne; Victoria) 1862 from Victoria (Australian States) made of Copper weighing 17 g is that it was issued during a time when there was a severe shortage of official currency in Victoria, Australia. To address this issue, many businesses and individuals began issuing their own private tokens, like this one, which were accepted as currency by the community. This coin is a rare example of a privately issued token that has survived to this day, providing a unique glimpse into the economic history of Victoria during that time period.
