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1 Penny - S. Clarkson Christchurch
1875 year| Copper | 11.5 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1875 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Trade tokens (1857-1881) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#58965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND
1875
Comment
Andrews catalogue numbers: R#77 = A#66, R#78 = A#67, R#79 = A#68Rarity: R#77 = R3 - Frequently Seen, R#78 = R4 - Less Frequently Seen, R#79 = R3 - Frequently Seen
Interesting fact
The A Token 1 Penny - S. Clarkson (Christchurch) 1875 from New Zealand made of Copper weighing 11.5g is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a token coin, which means it was issued by a private entity, in this case, S. Clarkson of Christchurch, rather than a government. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
