Lutwyche Coin Manufacturer's Birmingham Halfpenny
Lutwyche’s Birmingham (Warwickshire) copper halfpenny token undated. Obverse: A figure of Justice seated, holding a pair of scales and a cornucopia with coins spilling out with legend: “MEDALS & PROVINCIAL COINS” and “DEA PECUNIA” in exergue with “ENGRAVING AND DIE SINKING” on shield. Reverse: Conjoined busts of George III and Queen Charlotte to left with legend: “LONG MAY THEY REIGN OVER A GRATEFULL PEOPLE”. Plain edge. Issued by Lutwyche, manufacturer of tokens and medals. Nice collectable condition for type, see photograph. D&H Warwickshire No: 220. Diameter 28.3mm. VF-. £25.00 e-mail David at enquiries@abccoinsandtokens.com to order. |