Obv: Soldier with rifle in front of row of tents, Norwich Castle and Cathedral in the distance, NORWICH . LOYAL . MILITARY . ASSOCIATION . around, 1797 below. Rev: Arms of Norwich and military ensigns, PATRIAE . ET . DECUS . ET . TVTAMEN around. Edge: Plain.
Uncirculated. Bronzed. Lightly reflective fields. Thin flan (12g). Choice. Penny. Scarce.
Not much is known about this token. Possibly a medal for the local militia. Nice view of the castle and cathedral, which show up on other Norfolk tokens. Symbolic of their civic pride and that they were willing to defend it.