token; trade farthing (Dr Stuart, Glasgow)

Production date
1841
 Description
Trade token for one farthing. On the obverse is an image two seated male figures one taking the others pulse. On the reverse is an image of a woman breast feeding a child.

Dr Knox Stuart was a medical practitioner who advertised his services extensively he died 19 August 1854.

Object detail

Department
Object
Production date
1841
Production place
Scotland
Signature & date
Stamped on the obverse is PRIVATE MEDICAL ESTABLISHEMENT 1841" and on the reverse "DR STUART 39 MAXWELL STREET GLASGOW MIDWIFERY NURSING".
Associated date
1841
Associated place
Glasgow City/Glasgow (Council Area)
Measurement type, part and reading
Dimensions:0 - Whole:Dia 2.2cm (Dia 7/8")
Accession number
1977-040-054

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