3 Pence - Higley Copper With Wheel ND
1739 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Connecticut (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colonial period (1607-1776) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1739 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#348760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A large broad axe is in the center of the coin with text surrounding. The blade of the axe is touching the outer circular border of the coin. The pointing finger symbol is positioned at the bottom of the coin pointing to the letter J.
Script: Latin
Lettering: J. CUT. MY. WAY. THROUGH.
Comment
The British Pound circulated alongside at similar values towards the Connecticut Dollar. As of 2022 only 1 is known.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the A Token 3 Pence - Higley Copper (With Wheel) ND (1739) from Connecticut is that it was issued by a private company, the Higley Copper Company, which was established in 1737 to mine copper in Connecticut. The company's owner, John Higley, was a wealthy merchant and landowner who saw the potential for profit in the copper deposits in the area. The company's coins were used as a form of currency in the local area and were valued at three pence, which was a significant amount at the time. Despite the company's efforts, the venture ultimately failed, and the coins are now highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and rarity.