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1 Penny - Morrin and Co. Auckland ND
| Copper | 14.9 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1860-1866 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.9 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#33132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Tree fern with lettering round outside
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MORRIN & C°
QUEEN STREET
AUCKLAND
GROCERS, WINE & SPIRIT MERCHANTS
Edge
Plain
Comment
Andrews Catalogue Numbers - R#382 = A#387, R#383 = A#388, R#384 = A#388, R#385 no Andrews number
Rarity: R#382 = R3 - Frequently Seen, #383 = R4 - Scarce, #384 = R8 - Very Rare, #385 = R8 - Very Rare
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Penny - Morrin and Co. (Auckland) ND (1860-1866) from New Zealand is that it was made of copper, which was a common material used for coins in the 19th century due to its durability and affordability.
