Token, J. Wheeler, Brierley Hill

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Date:1847

Description:A copper farthing token issued by J. Wheeler, tea dealer of Brierley Hill.

During the 19th century it was common for publicans, licencees and shopkeepers to issue their own tokens or 'checks'. Most of the checks issued in Staffordshire were made by Birmingham and Black Country diesinkers and stamping workshops. They could be spent on goods sold at the named shop, and they also served as advertisements for the business.

Token, J. Wheeler, Brierley Hill.
Obverse: 'THE CONVENIENCE OF TRADE, 1847'. Tea chest with inscription 'FINE TEA' and scales above.
Reverse: 'J. WHEELER, TEA DEALER, BRIERLEY HILL'.

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Donor ref:66.136.0044 (37/32672)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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