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4 Shillings 6 Pence McFie Lindsay and Co
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1813-1814 |
| Value | 4 Shillings 6 Pence (9⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1707-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 4 Shillings 6 Pence (McFie Lindsay and Co) 1813-1814 from Scotland is that it was issued during a time of currency shortages in the United Kingdom, particularly in Scotland. The token was minted by McFie Lindsay and Co., a private company, to address the lack of small denomination coins in circulation. The token's value was equal to 4 shillings and 6 pence, which was a significant amount at the time, and it was made of silver, which added to its value and authenticity. Despite being issued by a private company, the token was widely accepted and used in trade, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.
