This ICCS-certified VF-30 1814 ½ Penny token (N#82198) celebrates Halifax’s maritime heritage. Featuring HMS Shannon and issued by Carritt & Alport, this is a must-have token for collectors of Canadian and nautical exonumia.
- Denomination: ½ Penny Token
- Composition: Copper
- Obverse Description:
- Bust of George III facing right with the inscription ‘HALF PENNY TOKEN’ and the date ‘1814’.
- Reverse Description:
- HMS Shannon sailing into port with the inscription ‘PAYABLE BY CARRITT & ALPORT, HALIFAX.’
- Size: 28.8 mm
- Year: 1814