17th C Portsmouth Hampshire Trade Farthing Token - Richard Priest (W.159)

17th-century copper farthing trade token issued by Richard Priest in Portsmouth, Hampshire (Williamson / Dickinson Ref: Hampshire 159).

This undated 17th-century issue features a central initial triad for Richard Priest and his wife (P over R I).

Design Breakdown

• Obverse Legend: RICHARD PRIEST surrounding a central device (a squirrel).

• Reverse Legend: IN PORTESMOVTH around a central initial triad P (Priest) over R I (Richard and wife).