Bristol halfpenny token

Bristol halfpenny token. Obverse: Upon a shield the arms of the city, crest above. Legend: 'VIRTUTE ET INDUSTRIA . 1811' Reverse: Inscription, 'B & B COPPER Co.' (Bristol Brass and Copper Company). Legend: 'HALFPENNY . PAYABLE AT BRISTOL SWANSEA & LONDON.'

Object Details

ID: MEC1989
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Token - halfpenny
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Halliday, Thomas
Date made: 1811
People: Halliday, Thomas
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 28 mm
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