RecordTrade token (obverse), Halfpenny, of Andrew Nicol, Montrose, Angus
Trade token (obverse), Halfpenny, of Andrew Nicol, Montrose, AngusThis is the obverse of a copper halfpenny trade token of Andrew Nicol of Montrose in Angus. Dated 1799, the token was manufactured by Kempson. The die-sinker was Willets. The obverse depicts the shield of arms, crest and supporters of Montrose. Andrew Nicol, a tobacconist, issued ten hundredweight of tokens. Between 1787 and 1817 over 10,000 different types of trade token were issued. Although some pennies were produced, the tokens were issued mainly in farthing or halfpenny denominations. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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