Original 1669 St Ives, Huntingdonshire Trade Token issued by the Overseers of the Poor. These local copper trade tokens were produced during the reign of Charles II to alleviate the shortage of official small change in circulation.

The original handwritten collector’s note identifies this piece as:

“This is a trade token issued in 1669 by the Overseers of the Poor of St Ives in Huntingdonshire.”

A fascinating piece of English social and local history dating from the 17th century.

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Key Features

* Genuine 1669 St Ives Trade Token

* Issued by the Overseers of the Poor

* Huntingdonshire, England

* Original handwritten collector’s provenance note included

* Weight: 2.65g

* Authentic 17th-century copper token

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Condition

Good antique condition for its age with expected circulation wear, patina and surface marks acquired over more than 350 years.

Both sides retain visible design elements and date. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

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What’s Included

* Original 1669 St Ives Trade Token

* Original handwritten collector’s identification card

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Specifications

* Type: Trade Token

* Date: 1669

* Issuer: Overseers of the Poor

* Location: St Ives, Huntingdonshire

* Composition: Copper

* Weight: 2.65g

* Country: England

* Period: Charles II

* Certification: Uncertified

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Why Buy From Us

* Carefully photographed and honestly described.

* Securely packaged for safe delivery.

* Original collector’s identification card included where available.

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Notes

During the 17th century, thousands of privately issued trade tokens circulated throughout England due to shortages of official coinage. Tokens issued by parish officials and Overseers of the Poor are particularly sought after because they represent an important aspect of local economic and social history.