Catalogue Number
NMLH.1991.91.6
Object Name
Token
Title
NOTED ADVOCATES FOR THE RIGHTS OF MAN 1796/ A WAY TO PREVENT KNAVES GETTING A TRICK
Place
England & UK
People
Paine, Thomas
Date
1796
Description
obverse: feature: 3 men hanging gallow
Despite being revered within radical circles, many hated Paine. There was a concerted government effort to undermine him. These medals show Paine and supporters being hung.
(OSP script)
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