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© ZacUK
1 Penny Yorkshire - Barnsley / Jackson and Listers Warehouse ND
1812 year| Copper | 21.3 g | 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 |
| Weight | 21.3 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#42258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Legend on two lines in centre double circle and round periphery. Toothed border
Lettering:
PAYABLE AT JACKSON & LISTERS WAREHOUSE
· BARNSLEY ·
PENNY TOKEN
Edge
Central diagonal milling \\\\
Comment
Jackson & Lister were linen manufacturers and cotton bleachers in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England.Interesting fact
This coin was issued during a time when there was a severe shortage of official currency in circulation, particularly in rural areas. As a result, many private businesses and individuals issued their own tokens, like this one, to serve as a medium of exchange. These tokens were often made of copper or other base metals and had a low denomination, making them accessible to everyday people. Despite their humble origins, some of these tokens have become highly sought after by collectors today, including the Token 1 Penny (Yorkshire - Barnsley / Jackson and Listers Warehouse) ND (1812) coin.
