Obv: A building, SHIRE HALL on ribbon beneath. Rev: A crown and sceptre, KING AND CONSTITUTION inscribed on banner, 1794 below. Edge: PAYABLE AT CLACHAR & CO’S CHELMSFORD ESSEX.
Uncirculated. Near gem. Faded red and brown with Choice surfaces. Ex. Eileen Judson (DNW 3/19/03, lot 1039)
A trade token for William Clachar, a freeholder in Chelmsford. He was in business as a bookseller, bookbinder, appraiser, and auctioneer. Shire Hall was built shortly before the token was issued.