1 Penny (Jones and Williamson, Dunedin) 1858 front 1 Penny (Jones and Williamson, Dunedin) 1858 back
1 Penny (Jones and Williamson, Dunedin) 1858 photo
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1 Penny Jones and Williamson, Dunedin

1858 year
Copper - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Type
Token
Year
1858
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Trade tokens (1857-1881)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
34 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#60874
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JONES & WILLIAMSON
WHOLESALE & RETAIL GROCERS,WINE,SPIRIT,&.PROVISION MERCHANTS
DUNEDIN

Comment

Andrews catalogue number A#308

Rarity: R4 - Less frequently seen

Interesting fact

The A Token 1 Penny (Jones and Williamson, Dunedin) 1858 from New Zealand made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin. It is estimated that only 100-200 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.