1855 PENNY TOKEN SYDNEY AUSTRALIA

An exceptional 1855 penny token from Sydney, Australia, documenting a pivotal moment in colonial currency history. Issued during the early years of the Australian gold rush when demand for circulating coinage far exceeded official supply, these tokens served as essential medium of exchange in the burgeoning colonial economy. This piece reflects Sydney's rapid commercial expansion and the ingenuity of local traders who bridged the currency gap. A compelling artefact for collectors of Australian colonial history, numismatists specialising in Commonwealth tokens, and those interested in the economic foundations of early European settlement. A tangible window into 1850s Sydney commerce and colonial enterprise.