The Collection of 17th Century Tokens of Cornwall formed by Mac McCarthy

Launceston, Thomas Bewes, Farthing, 0.71g/12h (N 544; BW. 23). About very fine, extremely rare £240-£300

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of 17th Century Tokens of Cornwall formed by Mac McCarthy.

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With Baldwin 1980; bt S.H. Monks.

Thomas Bewes, son of John and Ann, was baptised on 28 July 1630 at St Stephens-by-Launceston. In 1660 he paid poll tax of 8 shillings on his estate and 1 shilling for the poll. In 1661 he contributed 10 shillings towards the Free & Voluntary Present. He served five terms as Mayor of Launceston, 1664-5, 1674-5, 1681-2, 1688-9 and 1695-6