17thC Durham Farthing Token 1660s - William Jordan - Williamson Durham 34

17th Century Trade Token – Durham: William Jordan (Farthing, W.34)

Obverse Description: Features the legend WILLIAM IORDAN around a central field reading IN DVR HAM across three lines.

Reverse Description: Features a crowned bust of King Charles II facing right, surrounded by the royalist legend .GOD.SAVE.THE.KING.

Historical Background:

William Jordan was a prominent figure in County Durham who served as Mayor of Durham in 1666, dying during his term in office. 17th-century trade tokens from County Durham are scarce compared to southern English counties, making regional pieces like this desirable for local history and numismatic collectors.