1812 BIRMINGHAM WORK HOUSE PENNY TOKEN WEST INDIES 1994 SILVER PROOF 25 RUPEES

1994 SILVER PROOF 25 RUPEES SEYCHELLES 925 SILVER REF 13

those studying female monarchs in coinage

adding to its value and authenticity

reflecting its journey through 19th-century commerce

The obverse bears William's profile with recognisable features intact

1812 BIRMINGHAM WORK HOUSE PENNY TOKEN WEST INDIES 1994 SILVER PROOF 25 RUPEESAn exceptional 1812 Birmingham Workhouse penny token, a significant artefact of social and economic history. Issued by Birmingham's workhouse during the Napoleonic Wars when official coinage was scarce, these tokens provided essential currency for local transactions. This piece reflects the resourcefulness of the era and the workhouse's role in the community. A compelling addition to any collection of British tokens, trade tokens, or social history