London (Middlesex) 1795 Corresponding Society 1/2d Conder - D&H#286
Offered is an example of the sought Corresponding Society / Parliamentary Reform Halfpenny Conder, being the ‘L touching robe’ variety, D&H#286. The London Corresponding Society was a union of reading and debate organizations which aligned with regards to views on the French Revolution as well as the need for radical parliamentary reform. Unlike many other such organizations at the time, the LCS drew mainly from the working classes, and retained a democratic organizational structure. The LCS was constantly at odds with prominent politicians, such as William Pitt, and was twice accused of plotting to kill the King. It was eventually suppressed by an act of Parliament. A wholesome example bearing even wear, as well as a lovely ebony patina which lightens on the devices.
Obv: LONDON CORRESPONDING SOCIETY.
Rev: UNITED FOR A REFORM OF PARLIAMENT / 1795
Edge: Diagonally engrailed
Offered is an example of the sought Corresponding Society / Parliamentary Reform Halfpenny Conder, being the ‘L touching robe’ variety, D&H#286. The London Corresponding Society was a union of reading and debate organizations which aligned with regards to views on the French Revolution as well as the need for radical parliamentary reform. Unlike many other such organizations at the time, the LCS drew mainly from the working classes, and retained a democratic organizational structure. The LCS was constantly at odds with prominent politicians, such as William Pitt, and was twice accused of plotting to kill the King. It was eventually suppressed by an act of Parliament. A wholesome example bearing even wear, as well as a lovely ebony patina which lightens on the devices.
Obv: LONDON CORRESPONDING SOCIETY.
Rev: UNITED FOR A REFORM OF PARLIAMENT / 1795
Edge: Diagonally engrailed
Offered is an example of the sought Corresponding Society / Parliamentary Reform Halfpenny Conder, being the ‘L touching robe’ variety, D&H#286. The London Corresponding Society was a union of reading and debate organizations which aligned with regards to views on the French Revolution as well as the need for radical parliamentary reform. Unlike many other such organizations at the time, the LCS drew mainly from the working classes, and retained a democratic organizational structure. The LCS was constantly at odds with prominent politicians, such as William Pitt, and was twice accused of plotting to kill the King. It was eventually suppressed by an act of Parliament. A wholesome example bearing even wear, as well as a lovely ebony patina which lightens on the devices.
Obv: LONDON CORRESPONDING SOCIETY.
Rev: UNITED FOR A REFORM OF PARLIAMENT / 1795
Edge: Diagonally engrailed