1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token Value

The Canada 1/2 penny Token is a collectible token from 1840, catalogued here from 2 documented examples with its full design description and specifications. Value depends on condition, rarity and collector demand rather than metal content.

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1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token specifications

Series
Canada Tokens
Denomination
Canada 1/2 penny Token
Year
1840
Material
Copper Alloy

Measured 1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token specimens

2 physically measured 1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token examples in our reference database. Real measured weights and die axes let you authenticate a coin against the g, mm minting standard.

Measured 1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token specimens
SpecimenWeightDiameterDie axisReferences
1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token #16.303 g27 mm6 hCourteau.3, Breton.916, Willey.238
1840 Canada 1/2 penny Token #27.878 g28 mm6 hCourteau.296, Breton.874

Specifications compiled from documented museum specimens. See our data & methodology page.