Walter Taylor's Portsmouth (Hampshire) copper Conder halfpenny token dated 1791. Obverse: Helmeted and armoured bust of Sir Bevois to right: “SR BEVOIS SOUTHAMPTON”. Reverse: Shield of arms: “PROMISSORY 1791 HALFPENNY”. Edge inscription: “PAYABLE AT THE OFFICE OF W. TAYLOR R. V. MOODY & CO”. Walter Taylor was, by trade, a ship’s carpenter who invented several improved types of tackle for the Navy, and also an efficient ship’s pump. Richard Moody was a member of the corporation and connected with the company. Good collectable condition with weak reverse as usual for type, see photograph. D&H Hampshire No: 89. Diameter 28mm. F+. £12.00 e-mail David at d-stuart@d-stuart.demon.co.uk to order. www.abccoinsandtokens.com |