CANADA, Blacksmith tokens – “Ships, Colonies & Commerce” types. CU Token (25mm, 3.31 g, 6h). Mint in Lower Canada (Montreal?). Struck circa 1835.Keystone Auction 8 Canadian Blacksmith & Related Tokens from the RH Collection, Copper Sold For $ 120. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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CANADA, Blacksmith tokens – “Ships, Colonies & Commerce” types. CU Token (25mm, 3.31 g, 6h). Mint in Lower Canada (Montreal?). Struck circa 1835. Ship under sail right, with drooping British flag at stern / SHIPS/ COLONIES/ &/ COMMERCE. Thin flan. Lees 3; Breton 997; Faulkner, Imperial p. 142-4; Charlton BL-24A3. Brown surfaces, a few minor scratches. Fine. |