Obv: An antelope, PIDCOCK’S EXHIBITION ALIVE around, 1795 in exergue. Rev: An ostrich, EXETER CHANGE STRAND LONDON around, JAMES in exergue. Edge: Plain.
Good Very Fine. Two-toned obverse with die crack showing across antelope. Small flan.
Pidcock’s Royal Menagerie was, for many years, one of London’s greatest attractions. Imagine a three-story building more suited for offices and shops, instead being occupied by a wide assortment of animals such as an Elephant, an Ostrich, and even a two-headed cow! His tokens were used as advertising tickets. A wonderful series to collect!