1811 Worcester County & City Silver Shilling Token - Dalton 1
£75.00
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1811 Worcester County & City Silver Shilling Token - Dalton 1
£75.00
1811 Worcester County & City Silver Shilling Trade Token. These were issued during the Napoleonic Wars due to a national silver shortage.
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Obverse: Features the Worcester City Coat of Arms (Castle Shield) with the legend "WORCESTER COUNTY & CITY TOKEN".
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Reverse: Features an oak wreath with "VALUE ONE SHILL" and the motto "TO FACILITATE TRADE 1811".
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Condition: Strong details on the oak leaves and shield. Features a gorgeous natural dark patina with some underlying luster. No major scratches or rim dings. Reference: Dalton #1.