Halfpenny

A halfpenny. Obverse: Engraved on a smooth surface, a starboard bow view of a brig under sail. Inscription above: '1767'. Reverse: A brig under sail similar to obverse. Inscription (above): 'W.B.'

Object Details

ID: MEC1634
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Engraved commemorative coin - halfpenny
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1767
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 27 mm
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