`To Hanover' Token
AssociatedAssociated with
Queen Victoria
(Kensington Palace, London, England, 1819 - 1901)
AssociatedAssociated with
King Ernest Augustus of Hanover
(Buckingham Palace, London, England, 1771 - 1851)
Date1837
Object NameToken
Mediumbrass
ClassificationsTokens
Dimensions18mm, 2.25gm
AcquisitionPresented in 1980 by Mrs Marr.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS073556
Keywords
- Political Token
- Satirical Token
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Victoria was barred by Salic law from becoming Hanoverian ruler, so her unpopular uncle, the Duke of Cumberland, became king of Hanover. "Cumberland jacks", used as gaming counters, commemorated his departure.
Queen Elizabeth I
