Bristol halfpenny token

Bristol halfpenny token. Obverse: A gate with turrets (right) and a port bow partial view of a full-rigged ship under sail passing behind; arms of the city. Legend: 'PROSPERITY TO THE CITY OF BRISTOL.' Reverse: Standing figure of Galen, his left hand resting on a stick, a serpent coiled round it. Legend: 'I. CHESTER. DRUGGIST & CHYMIST'.

Object Details

ID: MEC1939
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Token - halfpenny
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 29 mm
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