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© BCNumismatics
1 Shilling Northumberland - Newcastle upon Tyne / J. Robertson
1811 year| Silver | - | 25.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1798-1816) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 25.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#323546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Image of Commerce seated on a bale holding cornucopia and spear with sailing ship on the horizon, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORTHUMBERLAND & DURHAM 12D. TOKEN
1811
Edge
Engrailed (diagonally milled)
Comment
John Robertson inherited his uncle's silversmith business at an early age. His lack of business acumen and desire to make quick progress resulted in his bankruptcy in 1821Interesting fact
The A Token 1 Shilling (Northumberland - Newcastle upon Tyne / J. Robertson) 1811 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during a time when there was a shortage of official currency in circulation, and private tokens like this one were used as a substitute. This token features an image of a ship on the reverse side, which represents the importance of trade and commerce in the region. Additionally, the token was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, indicating the value and worth of the token.
