Boer War POW Coins

Content for the Boer War POW coins

1896 Cut Out – Love Token

Just who was Edith? Must have been someone really special. The intricate work in this design demonstrates complete love for someone far away. One of the better Love Tokens you will see made into a pin brooch. Reverse being the prominent side

Two and Half Shillings – Love Token

A genuine love token. Reverse of coin has been smoothed out and a hand holds a plaque amongst palm leaves with the inscription “Miss A Audsley”

Value :$175

Two Shillings – Hat and Pipe

A well made out piece. Obverse is a well detailed thin stem large pipe. Curved hat and diamond detail. Reverse has been smoothed out with centre star in ornate flower scroll monogram.

Value :$200

1892 5 Shillings Double Shaft – Cut Out Brooch

A rare cut out brooch of a 1892 5 Shillings double shaft. Not many 5 Shillings were use for POW artefacts due to its high value. This could have been a wealthy POW prisoner who dearly missed and loved his partner. Beautiful design to bring out image of ZAR Crest

Value :$250