WE-11C2 (1813) Wellington Ciudad Rodrigo Half Penny Token AU-UNC (AU-55) $ Discount

Description
The Peninsular Tokens were struck for use by Wellington s Army in Portugal and Spain. Specimens were brought to Canada by troops that were sent over to fight the Americans 1814.
Obverse: Bust of the Duke of Wellington, facing left, legend HISPANIAM ET LVSITANIAM RESTITVIT WELLINGTON around. The coat button is far from the collar.
Reverse: Locations and dates of battles that Wellington won against Napoleon.
Specifications:
Composition: Brass
Weight: 8.0 to 9.7 g
Diameter: 27.4 to 27.9 mm
Edge: Reeded
Die Axis: ? ?
Alternate Reference Numbers: BR #986
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