| Country | Canadian Provinces (Nova Scotia) (Canada) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1815 |
| Value | 1/2 Penny (1/480) |
| Currency | Pound (1812-1860) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ?? |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| References | CCT# NS-16, Brenton# 896 |
Thistle surrounded by lettering.
Lettering: NEMO ME IMPUNE LACESSIT
Translation:
Legend in latin which means:
"No one can strike me impunity."
Ship sailing right surrounded by lettering.
Lettering: PAYABLE AT THE STORE OF J BROWN
Reeded
Weight: 5.8 - 6.5g
Diameter: 25.9 - 26.0mm
Two Varieties Exist.
? NS-16A1 - Copper, reeded edge
? NS-16A2 - Silver, plain edge
John Brown was a dry goods merchant in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The thistle is the national motto and flower of Scotland.
(Proofs exist but are extremely rare!)