Promissory naval farthing token commemorating Admiral of the Fleet Richard Howe (1726-1799)

Promissory naval farthing token commemorating Admiral of the Fleet Richard Howe (1726-1799). Obverse: Bust of Admiral Howe in a pigtail, cocked hat and uniform (right). Legend: 'ADML EARL HOWE.' Reverse: A naval crown within an oak wreath. Legend: 'PROMISSORY NAVAL FARTHING.'

Object Details

ID: MEC1864
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Token - farthing
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Wyon, Peter; Wyon, Thomas
People: Howe, Richard; Howe, Richard
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 22 mm
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