token; gaming

Production date
1788
 Description
Brass gaming token. These were usually low value and sometimes handed out as mementos. While not made to deceive this one is sometimes called an imitation half guinea. On the obverse is George III facing right with "GEORGIVS III GRATIA". On the reserve is "IN MEMORY OF THE GOOD OLD DAYS 1788" surrounding a shield.
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Department
Object
Production date
1788
Signature & date
embossing:obverse:"GEORGIVS III GRATIA"
embossing:reverse:"IN MEMORY OF THE GOOD OLD DAYS 1788"
Associated date
1760-1820
Associated person
Measurement type, part and reading
Dimensions:0 - Whole:Dia 2cm (Dia 13/16")
Accession number
1978-131-002

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