Toronto Coin Expo Fall Sale 2017

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We are proud and excited to conduct our auction in conjunction with the 2017 Fall Toronto Coin Expo. This sale features Part II of the Covered Bridge Collection, with fresh rarities that are coming out of storage for the first time in numerous years. Trophy notes from many chartered banks, complimented by a choice French series $50, 1935 will garner a frenzy of bidding.
The fur trade industry and the Hudson’s Bay Company have been a most important part of Canada’s history. In celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, a major piece of Canada’s history is being offered with a large collection Hudson’s Bay and other fur related tokens. Other selections from numerous consignors round out another outstanding auction including a nice West Coast vari- ety collection, a rarely offered selection of named Governor General medals and finally the second-to-last offering of the Richard Cooper Collection. Much anticipation surrounds these collections as individuals are planning on attending the sale from all over North America in hopes of an opportunity in obtaining a piece of this historic event. We feel privileged to be given the opportunity to be entrusted with such treasures and thank our contributors who have placed their faith in us.



Buyer’s Premiums will be added on all items as per the Terms & Conditions of the sale. Invoices will be emailed out after The Toronto Coin Expo.
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Lot of 228 Maverick and Modern tokens.261 - Lot of 228 Maverick and Modern tokens.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A binder of 228 maverick and modern tokens, all formerly from the collection to Tim Henderson. Some attributed by Tannahill numbers, but otherwise un
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Estimate : 400.00 - 500.00
Sold for (450.00) = 450.00
 
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Lot of 187 Mavericks, Medallions and Modern tokens.262 - Lot of 187 Mavericks, Medallions and Modern tokens.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A binder of 187 pieces, including maverick tokens; a few dairy and bakery pieces; vending, envertainment, arcade and restaurant tokens. Most appear C
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Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Louis XI Blanc a la couronne.263 - Countermark of 1640, on Louis XI Blanc a la couronne.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 550, circa 1461-75) is nearly VF and clearly legible, strong countermark on reverse. Vlack rated countermarked Louis XI pieces R-8.
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Estimate : 160.00 - 200.00
Sold for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Francois I Douzain a la croisette.264 - Countermark of 1640, on Francois I Douzain a la croisette.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 927, circa 1541-47) VG+, centred countermark on rev. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri II Douzain aux croisants.265 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri II Douzain aux croisants.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 997, circa 1549-53) VG+ or better and clearly legible, strong countermark on obv. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Charles IX Double sol parisis266 - Countermark of 1640, on Charles IX Double sol parisis
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 1085, circa 1568-74) only VG, but attributable, strong countermark on rev. Unusual to see a coin of marginally good silver (.529 fine
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Start Price : 70.00 | Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Charles IX Douzain267 - Countermark of 1640, on Charles IX Douzain
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 1088, circa 1572-74) VG, some encrustations, strong and sharp countermark on obv. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri III Douzain of 1588.268 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri III Douzain of 1588.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coin (Dup. 1140, dated 1588) uneven VG, strong obv. countermark. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Charles X Douzain.269 - Countermark of 1640, on Charles X Douzain.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host Coin (Dup. 1181) almost Fine, quite legible (sadly, date not struck up), countermark centred on rev. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Colle
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Francois I and Charles X hosts.270 - Countermark of 1640, on Francois I and Charles X hosts.
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Host coins of Dup. 927 (2) and Dup. 1181 (2 - both dated 1593, uncertain mints). Attributable undertypes, usually VG, but weak or porous. 4 Pcs. Th
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Start Price : 60.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains.271 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Host coins of Dup. 1247 (3), Dup. 1254. Fine undertypes. Henri IV is the most common undertype, but all four are above average for the issue. 4 Pcs
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains de Navarre.272 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains de Navarre.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
All hosts are Dup. 1260, all appear dated 1590. VG-F undertypes, all clearly legible. 3 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains du Dauphine.273 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains du Dauphine.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
All hosts are Dup. 1257. VG-F undertypes, all clearly legible. 5 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 70.00 | Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains.274 - Countermark of 1640, on Henri IV Douzains.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
All costs are Dup. 1247. Attributable, but lesser pieces. 8 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 80.00 | Estimate : 160.00 - 200.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Papal (Avignon) Douzains.275 - Countermark of 1640, on Papal (Avignon) Douzains.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A pair with hosts of Papal douzains of Avignon. Undertypes not attributed further. Both VG+. 2 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collecti
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Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Countermark of 1640, on Spanish Netherlands host coin.276 - Countermark of 1640, on Spanish Netherlands host coin.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
An unusual class of undertype. Host coin not definitively attributed. VG, a bit of corrosion, but uncommon. This is a part of the Richard Cooper C
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Start Price : 70.00 | Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
 
 
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Countermark of 1640, re-used on Sols de 15 Deniers.277 - Countermark of 1640, re-used on Sols de 15 Deniers.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A group of 9 specimens struck 1692-1705, reusing old billon coins. All of these pieces show remnants of the 1640 countermark, showing the re-use and
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Estimate : 160.00 - 200.00
Sold for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Countermark of 1640.  Group of 21.278 - Countermark of 1640. Group of 21.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Low-grade, damaged and unattributed pieces that show the 1640 countermark. Some undertypes likely with some careful study. 21 Pcs. This is a part
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Estimate : 220.00 - 260.00
Sold for (110.00 + 22.00BP) = 132.00
 
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Quinzain of Dombes, 1644.279 - Quinzain of Dombes, 1644.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
The type of this regional issue imitated the elusive and short-lived regal quinzains (15 deniers) of 1641 that followed the countermarking of 1640 (i.
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Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for (240.00 + 48.00BP) = 288.00
 
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Group of four Quinzains.280 - Group of four Quinzains.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1693-H, 1693-N, 1695-D, 1697-"Pau" (Bearn). The First three (all Dup. 1581, Gad. 91, KM. 285) VF+/aEF. The last (Dup. 1582, Gad. 94, KM....
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Estimate : 220.00 - 260.00
Sold for (325.00 + 65.00BP) = 390.00
 
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Lot of 12 Quinzains.281 - Lot of 12 Quinzains.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1692-M, 1693-A (3), 1693-D, 1693-H (3), 1693-M, 1696-& (2), 1699-L. VG to aVF, averaging Fine. 12 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper ...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Group of 5 Quinzains overstruck on earlier flans.282 - Group of 5 Quinzains overstruck on earlier flans.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1693-{?], 1693-E, 1694-E, 1694-[?] All visibly overstruck on earlier flans. The first Good+, the remainder F-VF. 5 Pcs. This is a part of the R
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Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Quinzains - lot of 12.283 - Quinzains - lot of 12.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1693-A, 1693-H, 1693-L, 1693-M, 1695-D, 1695-E, 1695-&, plus five with unclear dates. Mostly VG-Fine, but some with issues. 12 Pcs. This is ...
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Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (80.00 + 16.00BP) = 96.00
 
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16 Deniers of Strasbourg.284 - 16 Deniers of Strasbourg.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A distinct billion issue produced exclusively by the Strasbourg mint from 1696 to 1715. 1700-BB, 1701-BB (2). Dup. 1583, Gad. 96, KM 311. One from 1
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Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaire.  1710-D.285 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaire. 1710-D.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Lyon Mint. VF+, some planchet flaws. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 220.00 - 260.00
Sold for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaire.  1713-D.286 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaire. 1713-D.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Lyon Mint. VF+, dark toning. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 240.00
Sold for (120.00 + 24.00BP) = 144.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaire.  Four different dates from Lyon mint.287 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaire. Four different dates from Lyon mint.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1710-D, 1711-D, 1712-D, 1713-D. All VF. The 1710 a little rough. 4 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 380.00 - 450.00
Sold for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaires.  Lot of 9 different types.288 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaires. Lot of 9 different types.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1710-D, 1711-D, 1712-D, 1713-D, 1709-AA, 1710-AA, 1711-AA, 1712-AA, 1713-AA. Fine to aVF. 9 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for (575.00 + 115.00BP) = 690.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaires.  Lot of 13 from Lyon mint.289 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaires. Lot of 13 from Lyon mint.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1710-D (3), 1711-D (5), 1712-D (2), 1713-D (3). Mostly VG+ to F+, without major issues. 13 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 320.00 - 360.00
Sold for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaires.  Lot of 10 from Metz mint.290 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaires. Lot of 10 from Metz mint.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1710-AA (4), 1711-AA (2), 1712-AA (3), 1713-AA (1). Mostly VG+ to F+, without major issues. 10 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collect
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Estimate : 320.00 - 360.00
Sold for (160.00 + 32.00BP) = 192.00
 
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30 Deniers Mousquetaires.  Lot of 14.291 - 30 Deniers Mousquetaires. Lot of 14.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1710-AA (2), 1711-AA (2), 1710-D (1), 1711-D (2), 1712-D (3), uncertain (4). Mostly VG-F, bent, corrosion, or just low grade. 14 Pcs. This is a par
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Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires.  A pair of 1713-AA.292 - 15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires. A pair of 1713-AA.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Both Metz mint. Both VF. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 350.00 - 400.00
Sold for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires.  1711-AA, 1712-AA, 1713-AA.293 - 15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires. 1711-AA, 1712-AA, 1713-AA.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
All Metz mint. F+ to VF. 3 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 350.00 - 400.00
Sold for (255.00 + 51.00BP) = 306.00
 
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15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires.  Lot of 9.294 - 15 Deniers Demi-Mousquetaires. Lot of 9.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1711-AA (2), 1712-AA (2), 1713-AA (5). Mostly VG-F, bent, corrosion, or just low grade. 9 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 125.00 | Estimate : 250.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.295 - Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1663, Gad. 296, KM 453. about EF. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 600.00 - 650.00
Sold for (475.00 + 95.00BP) = 570.00
 
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Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.296 - Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1663, Gad. 296, KM 453. VF+, reverse striations (adjustment marks?). This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 550.00
 
 
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Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.297 - Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1663, Gad. 296, KM 453. VF. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 400.00 - 450.00
 
 
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Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.298 - Livre de la Compagnie des Indies, 1720-A.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1663, Gad. 296, KM 453. about Fine, stained and surface abrasions. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
 
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Sol au buste enfantin.  1719-B.299 - Sol au buste enfantin. 1719-B.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1692, Gad. 276, KM 439.3. EF, planchet flaws. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 220.00 - 260.00
Sold for (190.00 + 38.00BP) = 228.00
 
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Sol au buste enfantin.  1719-A.300 - Sol au buste enfantin. 1719-A.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1692, Gad. 276, KM 439.1. VF+, some porosity. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
 
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Sol au buste enfantin.  1734-Q.301 - Sol au buste enfantin. 1734-Q.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Perpignan mint. Dup. 1692, Gad. 276. A scarce date. Rough aVG, and poorly struck, but date legible. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collec
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
 
 
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Group of 4 Sols, 1719-1722.302 - Group of 4 Sols, 1719-1722.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1719-A, 1719-AA, 1720-S, 1722-Q. All VF. 4 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (325.00 + 65.00BP) = 390.00
 
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Group of 4 Sols, 1719-1722.303 - Group of 4 Sols, 1719-1722.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1719-A, 1719-S, 1720/19-S, 1722-H. The first three F+ to VF. The last about Fine. 4 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Three demi-sols, 1720-1721.304 - Three demi-sols, 1720-1721.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1720-A, 1720-S, 1721-A. All F+ to VF. 3 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
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Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for (130.00 + 26.00BP) = 156.00
 
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John Law-era: 25 different types.305 - John Law-era: 25 different types.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Group of 24 different date, mint and demominations of the John Law era types. Of the Liard: 1720BB, 1720-CC, 1721-S, 1721 )(. Of the Demi-sols: 1719
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Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold for (220.00 + 44.00BP) = 264.00
 
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Group of 14 sols.306 - Group of 14 sols.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1719-S (2), 1719-BB (4), 1720-S (4), 1723-Q (3). Range from G to F. Average about VG+. In addition, one Sol De Bearn of 1728, VG. 14 Pcs. This i
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Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (70.00 + 14.00BP) = 84.00
 
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Group of 25 demi-sols.307 - Group of 25 demi-sols.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1720-AA (1), 1720-S (4), 1720-AA (1), 1720-BB (4), 1721-A (2), 1720-BB (1), 1721-A (2), 1721-S (4), 1722-H (2), 1722-K (2), 1723-Q (2). Range from G
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 180.00 - 220.00
Sold for (90.00 + 18.00BP) = 108.00
 
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Group of 15 Liards, 1720-1721.308 - Group of 15 Liards, 1720-1721.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
1720-BB (7), 1721-S (6), 1721-)( (1), uncertain (1). Frange from VG to VF. Average of Fine. 15 Pcs. This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collecti
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Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for (80.00 + 16.00BP) = 96.00
 
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Silver Ecu aux huit L recovered from Le Chameau.309 - Silver Ecu aux huit L recovered from Le Chameau.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Dup. 1670, Gad. 320. Recovered in the 1960s from the wreck of the ship Le Chameau, which foundered near her destination of Louisbourg on August 27, 17
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Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for (60.00 + 12.00BP) = 72.00
 
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Six coins of Lorraine.310 - Six coins of Lorraine.
Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Comprises four XXX Deniers (type of 1697-1729, KM 77, F bent; 1726, KM 77, aVF; 1728, KM 78, porous VG; 1729, KM 78, F+, a bit rough), one XV Deniers
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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