18^th Century Provincial Tokens, Lancashire

Lancaster, Issuer Uncertain, D&H 34, imitation halfpenny struck in copper. 8.86g, 28mm. An earlier die-state variety without die break present in later issues. Very crude legends, letters hand-cut rather than struck. Wonderful example, rare, very fine or nearly so for issue.

Est. £40-£60

Part of a small run of crude John of Gaunt evasive-style halfpennies in this sale. All are struck on small planchets and have either plain or Irish edge devices.