1/2 Penny Kent - Canterbury / J. Mathews

€109,261.00
IssuerUnited Kingdom
Year1794
TypeToken
Value1/2 Penny (1⁄480)
CurrencyConder tokens (1787-1797)
CompositionCopper
Weight9.34 g
Dimensions28.5 mm
Thickness1.5 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)John Dixon
In circulation to1797
Reference(s) DH#6
Obverse descriptionA very detailed side view of Canterbury Cathedral. Lettering around and in exergue. Toothed border
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringUNITY PEACE AND CONCORD : GOOD WILL TO ALL MEN * CANTERBURY TOKEN
Reverse descriptionThe shield of Arms and mural crown of the City of Canterbury, dividing date below. Lettering around, toothed border
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringPROTECTION TO OUR KING AND COUNTRY LAWS AND TRADE * 1794
EdgePlain with lettering
Mint
Mintage1794  - DH#6 - PAYABLE AT JOHN MATHEWSs. + + + + -
1794  - DH#6a - PAYABLE IN LANCASTER LONDON OR BRISTOL. -
Catalog ID9841262570
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