Token decorated with a broad arrow and inscription: 'PO AUG 1823'; obverse

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Token decorated with a broad arrow and inscription: 'PO AUG 1823'; obverse Long Caption: Copper uniface token decorated with a broad arrow and inscription: 'PO AUG 1823'. The token was found under a post or flagstaff on HMS 'Victory' during repairs to the ship circa 1891. On 25th June 1823 'Victory' was fitted out for duties as a Portsmouth guardship. Credit line: © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London Object: MEC2924 Artist: unknown Date: 1823 Medium: copper Size: 31 mm Click here to buy a bespoke print of this image.