| Descrição do anverso |
Central field displays a large cursive royal cypher 'GR' (Georgius Rex) in an elaborate interlaced script surmounted by a St. Edward's Crown. The cypher and crown are encircled by a symmetrical laurel and oak wreath tied at the base. The date '1796' is inscribed along the upper periphery, flanking the crown, divided at the apex. The milled coin border is formed by a fine beaded rim. |
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| Descrição do reverso |
Central shield displays the arms of the Company of Merchants Trading to Africa, divided into two quarters: the upper quarter depicting an elephant passant upon a mount, and the lower quarter showing a three-masted sailing vessel at sea. The shield is surmounted by a crown supporting a standing elephant as crest, and is flanked on each side by floral sprays. The circular legend surrounding the design reads 'FREE TRADE TO AFRICA BY ACT OF PARLIMENT 1750', interrupted at intervals by pellet stops. A beaded rim borders the entire reverse. |
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| Bordo |
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| Casa da moeda |
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| Tiragem |
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