© Arnhemcoin
© Arnhemcoin
1 Penny Sheffield - For Public Accommodation
1812 year| Copper | - | 34 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#147093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing left, holding olive branch, trident and Union flag shield, legend above, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE PENNY TOKEN
1812
Interesting fact
The Token 1 Penny coin was issued during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in circulation, and private companies and individuals were allowed to issue their own tokens as a form of currency. The Sheffield Token 1 Penny was one such token, issued by the Sheffield Corporation for use in public accommodations, such as inns, taverns, and shops. The coin was made of copper and features an image of a shield with the initials "S" and "C" on either side, representing the city of Sheffield and the Corporation that issued it. Despite being issued over 200 years ago, some of these coins still exist today and are highly sought after by collectors.
