Political Series London (Middlesex) Conder halfpenny token dated 1794. Obverse: Bust of Hardy to left with legend: “TRIED FOR HIGH TREASON T. HARDY 1794”. Reverse: Legend on six lines: “ACQUITTED BY HIS JURY. COUNSEL HON. T. ERSKINE V. GIBBS ESQ”. Plain Edge. This token commemorated the acquittal of Thomas Hardy from the treasonable charge of sedition. Good collectable condition for type, struck from rusty die as usual, see photograph. D&H Middlesex No: 1025. Diameter 28.1mm. VF-. £20.00 e-mail David at enquiries@abccoinsandtokens.com to order. |