1788 Spade Half Guinea brass jeton George III by Charles Peverelle, Birmingham - Pleasing dark patina!

This small 20mm brass jeton was struck as an imitation 'Spade' Half Guinea by noted gaming token manufacturer Charles Peverelle, Birmingham. These eye-catching jetons were mainly used for card playing games in the 18^th century, and they were struck in many varieties, this is one of the harder to find types.

Obverse: Legend surrounding Bust of George III.

Lettering: GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA

Reverse: Legend surrounding a crown atop a shield.

Lettering:
C•H•A•R•L•E•S•P•E•V•E•R•L•L•E•M•A•K•E•R•B•I•R•M
•1788•

Edge: Reeded

Condition: Collector’s circulated grade with natural wear to rim and a pleasing uncleaned rich brown antique patina. Has been pierced in the past for jewellery wearing purposes.

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