Davissons Ltd.
Auction 39 1 Apr 2020
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Surrey 4Bis II (RRR). Lambeth. Copper halfpenny. 9.94 gm. 30 mm. By James, issued by Skidmore. T. KEYS | BERMONDSEY | SPA | GARDEN | 1796 / Three horns, one a French horn whose piping defines a central circle, a flaming heart in the center, the date 1786 around. Uncirculated; struck on a marginal flan; some fresh underlying surfaces; a charming design and a seldom seen piece. Samuel notes that the musical instruments reflect some of the entertainment provided at the Spa. He comments that this piece "is exceedingly scarce."
The Mike Sussman Collection of British Trade Tokens.