Bayly’s Poole (Dorset) copper Conder halfpenny token dated 1795. Obverse: Figure of Hope, leaning on an anchor and holding a shield on which is inscribed: “JAS. BAYLY DRAPER POOLE”. Reverse: Shield of arms of the town of Poole consisting of an elaborate dolphin beneath three scallop shells: “PROSPERITY TO THE TOWN OF POOLE * 1795 *”. Edge inscription: "I PROMISE TO PAY ON DEMAND ONE HALFPENNY .+.". James Bayly was a linen and woollen draper with a business in Poole. Nice collectable condition, see photograph.

D&H Dorset No: 6. Diameter 29mm. VF+. £30.00

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