Anglesey Halfpenny Token

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Date:1789

Description:

Anglesey Mines Company copper halfpenny token, 1789

Diameter 28mm

The obverse features a shrouded Druid's head. The monogram PM Co is on the reverse. Tokens such as this were produced from 1787-1797 when there was a shortage of regal copper coinage. This led the Anglesey Mines Company to produce its own copper penny and halfpenny tokens, a practice that became widespread during the period.


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Donor ref: LEAMG : M995.1926.327 (66/25182)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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