Joseph Baster, Copper Halfpenny, 1796 obv A shield of arms. Around the perimeter THE ARMS OF THE TOWN OF DEVIZES *; rev A stag facing to left. Around the perimeter I. BASTER . DEVIZES WILTS. In Ex. 1796; Edge PAYABLE IN ANGLESEY LONDON OR LIVERPOOL and milled over (Atkins p. 243, 2a; D&H Wiltshire 2a)
Choice faded red and brown uncirculated.
Joseph Baster, (1762-<1835) breeches and glove manufacturer, Rowde.