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1 Penny - Milner and Thompson (Small Series - Christchurch) ND
| Copper | 11 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#75581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Maori warrior 3/4 right with facial moko, holding taioha and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVANCE NEW ZEALAND
Edge
Plain
Comment
Small Series 32 mm
Andrews catalogue number: A#382
Rarity: R2 - very frequently seen.
Interesting fact
The A Token 1 Penny - Milner and Thompson (Small Series - Christchurch) ND from New Zealand made of Copper weighing 11 g is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a token coin, which means it was issued by a private entity, rather than a government, and was used as a form of currency in a specific location. In this case, the coin was issued by Milner and Thompson in Christchurch, New Zealand, and was used in the small series of Christchurch. The fact that it is made of copper and weighs 11g makes it stand out from other coins of its time, which were often made of other metals and had different weights. Additionally, the coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
