Coventry Halfpenny Token

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Date:1793

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Coventry halfpenny, 1793

Diameter 28mm

The obverse features the Elephant and Castle with the inscription 'COVENTRY HALFPENNY'. The reverse features Lady Godiva on horseback with the date below and the inscription 'PRO BONO PUBLICO', Latin meaning 'For The Public Good'.

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Coventry Halfpenny Token

Coventry halfpenny, 1793 Diameter 28mm The obverse features the Elephant and Castle with the inscription ...

Coventry Halfpenny Token

Coventry halfpenny, 1793 Diameter 28mm The obverse features the Elephant and Castle with the inscription ...

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

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M995.1926.109 (66/16537)

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