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1/2 Penny Essex - Colchester / Castle
Issuer | United Kingdom |
Year | 1794 |
Type | Token |
Value | 1/2 Penny (1⁄480) |
Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 9.9 g |
Dimensions | 29 mm |
Thickness | 1.5 mm |
Shape and Technique | Round
|
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Engraver(s) | William Wyon |
In circulation to | 1797 |
Reference(s) | DH#9, Atkins#10 |
Obverse description | A corner view facade (gateway beside tower) of Colchester Castle with trees either side, and date below. Beaded border |
Obverse script | Latin |
Obverse lettering | 1794 |
Reverse description | Detailed representation of a large weaving loom. Legend around, beaded border |
Reverse script | Latin |
Reverse lettering | SUCCESS
TO THE BAY TRADE |
Edge | Plain with incuse legend |
Mint | |
Mintage | 1794 - -
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Catalog ID | 9956906570 |
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