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Trade token (reverse), Halfpenny (proof), of John Pilmer, Dundee, Angus
This is the reverse of a copper proof halfpenny trade token of John Pilmer of Dundee in Angus. Dated 1797, the token was designed by James Wright Junior and manufactured by Kempson. The die-sinker was Wyon.
The reverse depicts a view of glassworks with the surrounding text, 'GLASS WORKS WEST CONE/FOUNDED 1788'.
John Pilmer, a grocer, issued ten hundredweight of tokens. Circulated locally, trade tokens could be used to buy goods or redeemed for regal coinage. They were also an ideal way for a company to advertise its wares.
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000-190-000-331-C |
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National Museums Scotland |
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0098: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland H.1995.330 |
Date: |
1797
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Material: |
Copper; proof; dark toning, no evidence of wear. Inscription: Obv: star DUNDEE HALFPENNY .; a large building with spire, 17 to left, 97 to right; in exergue, TOWN HOUSE / FINISHED 17
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Dimensions: |
29 mm D / Die Axis: 6.5
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What: |
Trade token, half penny
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Subject: |
Trade tokens
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Who: |
J. Wright (Designer) John Pilmer, Church Lane, Dundee (Issuer)
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Where: |
Scotland, Angus, Dundee
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Description: |
Copper halfpenny trade token of Dundee, issued by John Pilmer, Church Lane, designed by J. Wright, 1797
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References: |
- Calder, J. 'The Wealth of a Nation'. Edinburgh: NMS, 1989 pp. 179-80
- Dalton and Hamer, ANgusshire 17
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