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1793 1793/2 Ship 1/2P Washington President Payable in Anglesey Half Penny

Strike Type
1793 1793/2 Ship 1/2P Washington President Payable in Anglesey Half Penny

Coin Details

Year
1793
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Unknown (likely Anglesey, Wales manufacture)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9g
Diameter
29mm
Edge
Lettered (PAYABLE IN ANGLESEY)

Description

The 1793 1793/2 Ship 1/2P Washington President Payable in Anglesey Half Penny is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Washington Pieces (1783-1800) series. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Struck in copper, weighing 9 grams, 29 mm in diameter, with a lettered (payable in anglesey) edge. Cataloged as PCGS #734.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. The Anglesey edge inscription identifies the manufacturer.

Cross References

Baker 18B; Musante GW-20; Whitman 10640

External References

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