Gold-Plated Base Metal WJ Taylor Restrike Port Phillip Kangaroo Office

[sterlingcurrency]

I recently acquired this gold-plated base metal restrike, and am currently trying to attribute the reverse die. This may give a better idea of whether the piece was struck in Australia by Stokes, or in the UK by one of WJ Taylor's sons.

The token has the following characteristics: Diameter: 28.67mm; Thickness: 2.38mm; Weight: 10.93g; Edge: Plain

I believe the reverse was for some kind of employee check, but I have no idea what C.M. Might refer to.

The obverse die looks to have been for either the Port Phillip halfpenny or twopence - the diameter is very similar.

Any guidance or help will be appreciated!

[brandm24]

If it is an employee check of some kind the lines under CM might be a guide to stamping an employee identification number...unique of course to each token.

Bruce