Co Waterford, Portlaw, Mayfield Factory, Malcolmson Bros, card tokens for One Shilling and Halfcrown [2]. Both issued but lacquered, very fine to good very fine; contained in envelope with notation ‘Tally Notes used at Mayfield Factory Waterford’ €40-50

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Bob Blake Collection of Irish Banknotes.

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In 1824 David Malcolmson built a cotton mill at Portlaw and over the next 40 years his family developed an extensive business empire. During this period new housing, schools, medical facilities and even a Provident Society were established to cater for the expanding workforce. The company began paying employees at its Mayfield factory with card tokens which were readily accepted because of the strength and good reputation of the company