Henry's Hammered Halfpenny.

The article, "Henry's Hammered Halfpenny," recounts the author's search for a specific coin and their unexpected discovery of a silver halfpenny from Henry VIII's reign. Alongside the coin, the author also found a silver thimble, possibly from the Georgian or early Victorian era. The article delves into the history and folklore surrounding thimbles, as well as other discoveries made by the author, such as flint tools and buttons. It also mentions the commemorative shelters near Kensington Palace established by the Silver Thimble Fund, a charity supporting wounded soldiers during World War I and II. The author reflects on the historical significance of these artifacts and shares personal experiences and traditions related to finding and preserving them. [Extracted from the article]