What is a "Macroom" ?

Here is scan of a "Victoria House Macroom". The reverse says" James Welply Merchant Macroom. 1845" and has a greenish residue. There is not a crusty corrosion though. I'm considering the olive oil treatment but would like to know first a little about this token.

Do any of you know what country this is from or if it is common/rare.

Heres the scans, and thanks.

 

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Don't know if it's rare, but the town is in Ireland.

 

That makes more sense. I thought a macroom was a thing rather than a place.

 

Macroom Token.

This is a Farthing Token that was issued during the 1840's,as there was a coin shortage.This piece is from a group of pieces that are commonly known as 'Unofficial Farthings'.

 

Macroom.

Macroom is a place in County Cork in southern Ireland.You can find some information about Macroom here; www.macroom.ie .

 

John,this will be of interest to you.

Aidan.

 

Soak in water first and acetone after that. See what that does before you go to any type of acid.