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1794 Gosport halfpenny. Choice Uncirculated, red and brown. A frosty specimen that borders on gem quality. A generous serving of frosty mint red defines the design elements on both sides. Helmeted bust of Sir Bevois, PROMISSORY HALF PENNY around, reverse with PRO BONO PUBLICO above a three-masted sailing vessel, 1794 below. Edge: PAYABLE AT I. IORDANS DRAPER GOSPORT.
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