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1/4 'Penny' Griqua Town
| Issuer | Griqua Town Mission |
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| Year | 1814-1816 |
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| Diameter | 20.76 mm |
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| Obverse description | A dove with spread wings faces right in the central field, holding an olive branch in its beak, symbolic of peace. The bird is rendered in low relief with fine feather detailing across the wings and body, standing on two clawed feet. The plain field surrounding the device is unlettered, lending the design a clean, emblematic character. The obverse bears no legend or inscription, with the reeded border framing the entire composition. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays the fractional denomination '1/4' in large numerals at the centre of the field, arranged vertically. Arching above in bold capital letters is the legend 'GRIQUA', while 'TOWN' curves along the lower portion of the field, completing the three-word inscription that identifies both the issuing community and the coin's value. The lettering is deeply struck in a plain serif style, filling the available field without additional ornament. A reeded border encircles the entire reverse design. |
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| Reverse lettering | GRIQUA 1/4 TOWN |
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