1/2 Penny Dublin - Parker's

€1.00
IssuerIreland
Year1795
TypeEmergency coin
Value1/2 Penny (1⁄480)
CurrencyConder Tokens (1787-1797)
CompositionCopper
Weight9 g
Dimensions29 mm
Thickness1.8 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)F A
In circulation to
Reference(s) DH#352
Obverse descriptionA draped female figure (Commerce) seated right on a chest, leaning left arm upon an anchor, and holding a spilled fruit and flowers cornucopia with right arm. Lettering around, initials F.A. below right foot
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringMAY IRELAND EVER FLOURISH F A
Reverse descriptionA register stove (ornamented fire grate). Lettering around, date in exergue NOTE: Massive die crack through left of stove
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringDUBLIN HALFPENNY. 1795
EdgeDiagonally milled ////
Mint
Mintage1795  - -
Catalog ID4325716420
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