Offered here is an 1812 British One Penny Token, a classic pre-decimal copper token issued during the early 19th century shortage of official small coinage.
Details:
• Date: 1812
• Denomination: One Penny Token
• Material: Copper
• Obverse: Laureate classical bust facing right within a wreath, date 1812 below
• Reverse: Seated Britannia holding scales with legend ONE PENNY TOKEN
• Era: Georgian period / pre-Victorian
• Origin: United Kingdom (private token issue)
Condition:
Circulated condition with even wear and clear major design elements visible. Natural aging and patina consistent with age. Please review photos closely, as they are part of the description.
Notes:
These privately issued penny tokens were widely Circulated in Britain during the early 1800s and are popular with collectors of British, Georgian, and pre-decimal coinage.
📸 You will receive the exact coin pictured.
