Encased coin (1⁄12 Shilling, Jersey Penny) 1960-1966 front Encased coin (1⁄12 Shilling, Jersey Penny) 1960-1966 back
Encased coin (1⁄12 Shilling, Jersey Penny) 1960-1966 photo
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Encased coin 1⁄12 Shilling, Jersey Penny

 
Bimetallic (Penny in centre) - -
Description
Location
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Type
Medals › Souvenir medallions
Years
1960-1966
Value
1⁄12 Shilling (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (1813-1971)
Composition
Bimetallic (Penny in centre)
Shape
Scalloped (with 11 notches, With hole)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#407245
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned portrait facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MADE IN ENGLAND
PATENT APPLIED FOR

Comment

A keychain containing a pre-decimal penny.

It's very likely that these were made after decimalisation in order to sell Jersey's old currency to visiting tourists.