New Zealand 1 Penny, 1870 – 1879
Mason, Struthers and Co. - Christchurch
Information
Country
New Zealand
New Zealand
Currency
Trade tokens
(1857 – 1881)
Coin type
Token
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1870 – 1879
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
9.3
Diameter (mm)
30.93
Thickness (mm)
1.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from New Zealand. Issued from 1870 to 1879. Struck in Bronze. Measures 30.93 mm and weighs 9.3 g.
- Obverse
- Maori warrior bust facing right with value round outside
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1870-1879) | — | R#348 Scroll passes through "TA" of "RETAIL" no dot after "& CO" | 75% | |
| ND (1870-1879) | — | R#349 Scroll passes clear of "TA" of "RETAIL" dot after "& CO" | 25% |
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