© Andrew Williams @ Norfolk County Council
© Andrew Williams @ Norfolk County Council
Farthing - Norfolk Yarmouth / Rebecca Murril ND
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1648-1672 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | English Trade Tokens (1648-72) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#395557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central trader's initials with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN YARMOVTH
R.M.
Comment
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-norfolk-67924183 .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token Farthing - Norfolk (Yarmouth / Rebecca Murril) ND (1648-1672) coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in England, known as the "Commonwealth" period (1649-1660). This coin was one of many "token" coins issued by private traders and local authorities to address a shortage of official currency. The coin's design features a ship on the obverse (front) side, which symbolizes the importance of trade and commerce in the region. Additionally, the coin's issuer, Rebecca Murril, was a prominent local businesswoman who played a significant role in the token's production and distribution.
