{"product_id":"1811-bilston-penny-token","title":"1811 BILSTON PENNY TOKEN","description":"A rare 1811 Bilston penny token, a fascinating piece of industrial-era British numismatic history. Bilston, a prominent metalworking centre in the Black Country, issued these tokens during a period of copper coin shortage. This example bears the characteristic marks of early 19th-century token production, reflecting the ingenuity of local traders who created their own currency for everyday transactions.\n\nA genuine collectible for token enthusiasts and those interested in regional British history. The token showcases the craftsmanship of Bilston's renowned metalworkers and serves as a tangible connection to the commercial life of the Midlands during the Napoleonic era.\n\nCondition and authenticity details available upon request. An excellent addition to any numismatic collection.","brand":"Cambridgeshire Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57221392564597,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0165\/3024\/3648\/files\/1811-bilston-penny-tokenpenny-tokencambridgeshire-coins-4165869.png?v=1779612686","url":"https:\/\/www.cambridgeshirecoins.com\/en-au\/products\/1811-bilston-penny-token","provider":"Cambridgeshire Coins ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}