Token for charcoal compound, 19th century C017 / 0717
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Token for charcoal compound, 19th century C017 / 0717
Metal token for Lerros Charcoal Compound. Charcoal compound was used to relieve indigestion. The token reads Try Lerros Charcoal Compound or Live Long for Indigestion Bile Spasms. Tokens such as these were used as an alternative currency and were exchanged for goods. Tokens were made of cheaper, lighter metals and were of lower value than money. They also served as advertisements for the merchants products. This token is English and dates from the nineteenth century
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This print showcases a rare artifact from the 19th century - a metal token used as an alternative currency. With its black background, the metallic token gleams with historical significance and antique charm. Manufactured in England, this particular token served as both a form of payment and an advertisement for Lerros Charcoal Compound, a remedy for indigestion and bile spasms. During this era, tokens like these were widely circulated and exchanged for goods due to their lower value compared to traditional money. Made from cheaper metals, they provided convenience in daily transactions while also promoting the merchant's products. As we delve into history through this image, we catch a glimpse of how commerce operated during the 1800s. Beyond its monetary function, this token holds medical importance too. It represents an era when charcoal compound was relied upon to alleviate indigestion - a common ailment back then. The inscription on the token reads "Try Lerros Charcoal Compound or Live Long for Indigestion Bile Spasms" emphasizing its potential health benefits. As we marvel at this piece of memorabilia today, it serves as a reminder of our ancestors' ingenuity in creating unique currencies that catered to specific needs within society. This photograph not only captures British history but also highlights the intersection between medicine and commerce during one of humanity's most transformative centuries.
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