Description: Conder Token - Leeds Halfpenny 1791. There are also words along the rim of the coin (similar to today's £2 coin). Please see photos for condition. Rare piece. Capsule included. Obverse = Artis Nostrae Conditor Reverse = Leeds Halfpenny 1791Rim lettering = Payable at the Warehouse of Richard Paley XX Conder Tokens were issued in the late 18th century (by private merchants) as there was a shortage of government issued coins to pay workers (especially during the Industrial Revolution). The Royal Mint undertook a massive Recoinage Programme in 1816. It then became illegal for employers to pay employees with their privately minted tokens. Severe penalties included jail time. Will send Signed For within the UK.
Price: 19.99 GBP
Location: London
End Time: 2024-12-19T10:57:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22.26 GBP
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Type: British
Time Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century
Country/Region: England
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
