Glasgow (Scotland) 1813 Phoenix Iron Works Penny Token - Withers#1353
Offered is a handsome 1813 Penny token, issued by the Phoenix Iron Works in Glasgow, Withers#1353, Davis#3. These tokens were technically issued as part-payment to workers for use in the company store, but came to find general acceptance in surrounding areas. This example, although displaying weakness of strike, remains most appealing, with an even, chocolate patina.
Obv: PHOENIX IRON-WORKS GLASGOW
Rev: ONE PENNY TOKEN 1813
Offered is a handsome 1813 Penny token, issued by the Phoenix Iron Works in Glasgow, Withers#1353, Davis#3. These tokens were technically issued as part-payment to workers for use in the company store, but came to find general acceptance in surrounding areas. This example, although displaying weakness of strike, remains most appealing, with an even, chocolate patina.
Obv: PHOENIX IRON-WORKS GLASGOW
Rev: ONE PENNY TOKEN 1813
Offered is a handsome 1813 Penny token, issued by the Phoenix Iron Works in Glasgow, Withers#1353, Davis#3. These tokens were technically issued as part-payment to workers for use in the company store, but came to find general acceptance in surrounding areas. This example, although displaying weakness of strike, remains most appealing, with an even, chocolate patina.
Obv: PHOENIX IRON-WORKS GLASGOW
Rev: ONE PENNY TOKEN 1813