Add to albumThis is the obverse 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 obverse depicts the Town House, built in 1732-1734 on the site of St Clement's Church and a tolbooth. The date is split on either side of the spire - 17 to the left and 97 to the right.
Designed in 1731 by the Scottish architect, William Adam, the Town House became a popular meeting place in Dundee. It also housed the council chambers, offices, courtroom and a gaol. It was demolished when the Caird Hall and City Chambers were built.
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- Online ID: 000-100-083-548-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
- Project:
National Museums Scotland
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- Ref: National Museums Scotland H.1995.330
- Date: 1797
- 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
Trade token, half penny
- Dimensions: 29 mm D / Die Axis: 6.5
- What: Trade token, half penny
- Subject: Trade tokens
- Who: J. Wright (Designer)
John Pilmer, Church Lane, Dundee (Issuer)
- Where: Scotland, Angus, Dundee
- Event:
- Description: Copper halfpenny trade token of Dundee, issued by John Pilmer, Church Lane, designed by J. Wright, 1797
- References:
- Dalton and Hamer, ANgusshire 17
- Dalton, R & Hamer, S.H. 'The Provincial Token-Coinage of the 18th Century, Illustrated, Part XII: Scotland'. 1916 p. (ii)
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