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1786 1/2P Constellatio Nova Half Penny

Strike Type
1786 1/2P Constellatio Nova Half Penny

Coin Details

Year
1786
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Post-1776 Private and Regional Issues (1778-1820)
Designer
Unknown
Composition
Copper
Weight
6.5g
Diameter
28mm
Edge
Plain

Description

A 1786 Constellatio Nova copper halfpenny. Note the reversed word order: "Constellatio Nova" rather than "Nova Constellatio" as on earlier issues. The 1786 is the final year of the series and is considerably scarcer than the 1783 and 1785 issues. The design retains the eye of providence with rays and stars but with the transposed legend that distinguishes this late issue.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. The 1786 date is less common than 1783 or 1785. Reversed legend order (Constellatio Nova instead of Nova Constellatio).

Cross References

Crosby 6-F; Whitman 1738

External References

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