Obv: View of church, ST. PAULS CHURCH COVENT GARDEN ERECTD. 1640. DESTROYD. BY FIRE 1795 around. Rev: Shield of arms, LONDON PENNY TOKEN around. Edge: Plain.
Uncirculated. Choice Red & brown. Penny.
If you happen to attend one of the token auctions at Baldwins, then St. Paul’s Church in Covent Garden is mere steps away. At least the outer walls. The interior was destroyed by fire as stated on the token. Also known as the Actor’s Church.