English Token

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Date:1820

Description:

English brass token, 1820

Diameter 34mm

The obverse features the draped laureate bust of George III facing right with the date underneath. The inscription reads 'GOD:SAVE:THE:KING'. The reverse features the just legible words 'PUBLICKE ACCOMMODATION' and there are other details which have been obscured by wear. There is a hole pierced through the top of the token which is not part of the original design. The coin has been stamped off centre.

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English Token

English brass token, 1820 Diameter 34mm The obverse features the draped laureate bust of George III ...

English Token

English brass token, 1820 Diameter 34mm The obverse features the draped laureate bust of George III ...

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Warwickshire unspecified or out of county Numismatics Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum Coins, Tokens & Medals Business, Trade & Industry Alloys - Bronze, Brass, Pewter

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M995.1926.244 (66/16773)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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