Tallant's Hoxne Suffolk Yeoman & Horse Penny 1795

Thomas Tallant's Hoxne (Suffolk) copper Conder penny token dated 1795. Obverse: A member of the Loyal Suffolk Yeomanry Cavalry in uniform, dismounted and leaning on his horse, with his left hand resting on his sabre: “PRO. ARIS. ET. FOCIS.”. Reverse: A castle with two towers on which colours are flying, with “1795” beneath, all encircled by a banner reading: “LIBERTY. LOYALTY. PROPERTY”, surmounted by a crown: “HOXNE & HARTSMERE SUFFOLK LOYAL YEOMANRY CAVALY.” Rounded edge struck in collar. This was issued by Thomas Tallant who was probably a member of the Hoxne and Hartsmere troop of the Loyal Suffolk Yeomanry Cavalry. As well as currency, this token was probably used as a Volunteer medalet. Lovely collectable condition, see photograph.

D&H Suffolk No: 6a. Diameter 31mm. (↑↑) EF. £125.00

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