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1 Penny - Levy/ Wellington (Late Restrike) ND
| Copper | - | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#27270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.LIPMAN LEVY.
WELLINGTON NEW ZEALAND
IMPORTER
AND
MANUFACTURER
OF BOOTS
& SHOES
Comment
Andrews catalogue number A#323
Rarity: R7 - Rare
A late restrike. Most common of restrikes known. Possibly 25-50 in existence. 180 degrees upset axis.
Not likely to have been used or even issued in Australia or New Zealand. Manufactured by W.J. Taylor using available dies in England
Interesting fact
The Token 1 Penny - Levy/Wellington (Late Restrike) ND coin from New Zealand was minted in the late 19th century, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Queen Victoria, while the reverse side features a Maori warrior holding a taiaha, a traditional Maori weapon. This design was chosen to commemorate the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between the British Crown and Maori chiefs in 1840, which marked the beginning of British colonization in New Zealand. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
