3 Pence - J. C. Thornthwaite New South Wales
1854 year| Silver (.925) | 1.414 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | New South Wales (Australian States) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1854 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1788-1900) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.414 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 0.62 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#427362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Numeral surrounded by lettering with rising sun above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SILVER TOKEN * J.C.T.*
Engraver: John Craven Thornthwaite
Edge
Plain
Comment
JC Thornthwaite migrated to Sydney in 1849 and was one of the first to mint tokens in the region, in 1854. He was a medalist by profession and continued as such from 1868 when token issuing became illegal in NSW. These tokens come in three types, with Type 1 being the most minted. Dimensions can vary, with the example in the image here being from the Victoria Museums possesses a Diameter of 16mm and weight of 1.112 grams, though this may be because of holing. The strikes are not very deep.
Additional Catalogs:
Heyde, Gilbert C. & Skinner, Dion H. 1967. Unofficial Coins of Colonial Australia and New Zealand., No. 250/3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 3 Pence - J. C. Thornthwaite (New South Wales) 1854 is that it was made of silver (.925) and weighed 1.414g, which was a significant departure from the standard copper or bronze tokens that were commonly used in New South Wales at the time. This coin's unique composition and weight made it stand out among other tokens in circulation, and it has become a prized collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1854 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pence - J. C. Thornthwaite (New South Wales) 1854 coin.
