1 Penny - Peace and Plenty (Melbourne; Victoria) 1858-1859 front 1 Penny - Peace and Plenty (Melbourne; Victoria) 1858-1859 back
1 Penny - Peace and Plenty (Melbourne; Victoria) 1858-1859 photo

1 Penny - Peace and Plenty Melbourne; Victoria

 
Copper - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Victoria (Australian States)
Queen
Victoria (1837-1901)
Type
Token
Years
1858-1859
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound sterling (1788-1900)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
34 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#54370
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

Justice seated left facing forward, right hand holding balance scales aloft, left with cornucopia at side, ship right at left, date in exergue below

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1859

Edge

Smooth edge, beaded rim

Comment

The image is A656/R419 Larger Gap from P of PEACE to Emu's back.

Interesting fact

The A Token 1 Penny - Peace and Plenty (Melbourne; Victoria) 1858-1859 coin from Victoria (Australian States) made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.