Auction Details
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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1548Union Bank of Newfoundland $2, 1882Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 750-16-02. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. ALMOST consecutive with the above note, be sure to grab this one if you missed the last. S/N:A114997/A.
This is
Estimate : 4,500.00 - 5,000.00
Sold for 3,240.00
1549Union Bank of Newfoundland $2, 1882Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 750-16-02, VG. S/N:A66598/B.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 700.00 - 850.00
Sold for 540.00
1551Union Bank of Newfoundland $10, 1889Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 750-16-06. Much crisper than the note below. PCGS Extremely Fine 45. S/N:25985.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 5,000.00 - 7,000.00
Sold for 5,000.00
1552Union Bank of Newfoundland $10, 1889Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 750-16-06. A lovely piece featuring the Newfoundland dog, plenty of eye appeal with bright orange colour. PCGS Very Fine 20. S/N:25986.
This is p
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold for 2,000.00
1553Bank of Upper Canada $10, 185? - New DiscoveryGeoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 770-16-04-02. Ragged and rough, but...wait for it...NO KNOWN ISSUED NOTES! We believe this to be S/N:3857. Steamship vignette at center of this hig
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold for 1,680.00
1554Westmorland Bank $4, 1856Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-10-36, VG with left side damage and holes at center, 15 known. S/N:19340/A.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for 210.00
1555Westmorland Bank $1, 1861Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-12-02R, EF with hinge residue on back. S/N:13541/A.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold for 180.00
1556Westmorland Bank $2, 1861Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-12-04, G-VG. S/N:129/A.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 204.00
1557Westmorland Bank $2, 1861Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-12-04a, this is the most attractive Westmorland note featuring an Indian maiden, train and a sailing ship. Fine. S/N:10859/A.
This is part of
Estimate : 300.00 - 375.00
Sold for 230.00
1558Westmorland Bank $5, 1861Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-12-06, VF. S/N:3752/A.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold for 252.00
1559Westmorland Bank $5, 1861Geoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 800-12-06a, Pressed VF. S/N:12895/A.
This is part of The Covered Bridge Collection.
Estimate : 350.00 - 450.00
Sold for 280.00
1560The Zimmerman Bank, Five Dollars, 185_, RemainderGeoffrey Bell Auctions
CH 815-12-08-06Ra, Blue numeral protector. This note has the script, printed on back, “On Demand I promise to pay TEN PER CENT. Of the amount of all p
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold for 1,500.00
1566Collection of World Paper MoneyGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Over 75 notes from more than 25 countries. Includes St. Pierre and Miquelon 5, 10 & 20 Francs (1955-6) P. 22-4. Unc. Should be viewed, no returns.
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold for 240.00
1567Lot of World BanknotesGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Please inspect, various countries are represented, decent lot. 22 Pcs.
Estimate : 40.00 - 50.00
Sold for 48.00