Obverse © thomas weisskircher
Obverse © thomas weisskircher
1 Penny - Milner and Thompson Small Series - Christchurch
1881 year| Bronze | 10.65 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1881 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.65 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#43405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Angel head and wings above musical instruments within 3/4 wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MILNER & THOMPSON´S CANTERBURY MUSIC DEPOT & PIANOFORTE WAREHOUSE
CHRISTCHURCH 1881
Edge
Plain
Comment
Small Series 32 mm
Andrews catalogue number A#380
Rarity: R2 - Very Frequently Seen
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny - Milner and Thompson (Small Series - Christchurch) 1881 from New Zealand is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of Queen Victoria, who was the reigning monarch at the time. The coin's design was created by the famous engraver, Thomas Milner, and it features a young Queen Victoria with a crown and a necklace. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists and coin collectors.
