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1 Penny Risca Union Copper Company
1811 year| Copper | 20 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#421826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central denomination across three lines within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAYABLE IN BIRMINGHAM
ONE
PENNY
TOKEN
Interesting fact
The Risca Union Copper Company was a copper mining company that operated in the early 19th century in Risca, Wales. The company was formed in 1809 and was known for producing high-quality copper ore. The Token 1 Penny coin, which was minted in 1811, was one of the first coins to be produced by the company and features an image of a miner on one side and the company's initials on the other. The coin was used as a form of payment for the company's workers and was also used in local trade. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of pounds.
