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Worldwide Coins & Bank Notes => European Coins => Topic started by: ElleKitty on November 22, 2008, 01:10:36 AM

Title: 1813 Lion/Britannia Ha'penny Token
Post by: ElleKitty on November 22, 2008, 01:10:36 AM

(http://www.omnicoin.com/coins/955539.jpg)

This is a halfpenny token of Great Britain that I picked up on Ebay not that long ago.  I think everyone realises why I had to have it, with that lovely lion striding across the obverse.

Unfortunately, it is pitted.  This token is probably nearly all copper, and easily damaged.  Still, it is quite a handsome coin for $2.00.  Someday I think I would like to pick up a better specimen of it, if I can find one for a decent price.

Title: Re: 1813 Lion/Britannia Ha'penny Token
Post by: scottishmoney on November 22, 2008, 02:41:03 AM

Have to say it is not one I have seen with that die combo.  Cool piece, thanks for sharing.

Title: Re: 1813 Lion/Britannia Ha'penny Token
Post by: Nighthawk on November 22, 2008, 02:54:24 AM

Miss Kitty, it don't look that bad. And for 2 bucks, you can't beat it!  :)

Title: Re: 1813 Lion/Britannia Ha'penny Token
Post by: EgCollector on November 23, 2008, 10:25:37 AM

I agree, very nice coin for a good price, thanks for sharing   :)