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1783 Token 1/2P Georgivs Triumpho Half Penny

Strike Type
1783 Token 1/2P Georgivs Triumpho Half Penny

Coin Details

Year
1783
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Unknown (British manufacture)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9g
Diameter
28mm
Edge
Plain

Auction Record

$3,000 • AU55 • 01-2012 • Heritage Auctions

Description

A 1783 Georgivs Triumpho (George Triumphant) halfpenny token. The obverse features a laureate bust facing right with the legend GEORGIVS TRIUMPHO, celebrating Washington's triumph in the Revolutionary War. The reverse displays a figure of Liberty seated with a pole and cap. This token was struck in England to celebrate the American victory and Washington's role as the leader of the Revolution. The Latin inscription translates to "George Triumphant."

Rarity Notes

Moderately scarce. A distinctive Washington token with the Latin triumphant legend.

Cross References

Baker 9; Musante GW-101; Whitman 10260

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