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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1Newfoundland Tokens - Gander, St. Johns, Horwood, CampbelltonGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Horwood Lumber (Campbellton) 5, 10, 25, 50 cent, $1.00, 2.00 and 5.00; (Horwood) 5, 10, 25, 50 cent $1.00, 2.00 and 5.00; Memorial University parking
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 180.00
2Newfoundland Tokens - St. Johns, CampbelltonGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Horwood Lumber (Campbellton) 5, 10, 25, 50, $1.00,$2.00, $5.00; (Horwood) 10, 25(2), 50(2), $1.00(2), Sergeants Club, Standard Manufacturing Co., 2 an
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 156.00
3Newfoundland Tokens - St. JohnsGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Scott Tournament of Hearts set of curling tokens (14); 5- St. Johns milk tokens; Sergeants Club 5 cent token. 20 Pcs.
This is a part of the Richard
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 90.00
6Nova Scotia Token - Canso CausewayGeoffrey Bell Auctions
A very rare 1973 Province of Nova Scotia $1.50 token, uniface, 23mm and bronze.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold for 675.00
8Nova Scotia Tokens - Amherst, HalifaxGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Scriven & Sons, 2 pounds, uniface; J.W. Fraser, Amherst, one loaf; Keiths Ale at Connors, Halifax; R.C. Flemming, Halifax, 7 cents. Scarce toke...
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold for 375.00
9Nova Scotia Tokens - Halifax, Glace BayGeoffrey Bell Auctions
G.A. Cook & Co., set of 13 tea checks; 4 radio tokens at Halifax hospitals; 8- Olympic trial drink tokens 2003; 4 dairy tokens Glace Bay; 3- Sou...
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 630.00
11Nova Scotia Transportation TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Halifax-Dartmouth bridge (61); 9 Dartmouth downtown parking tokens; 10 Canso Causeway tokens; 10 Dartmouth ferry tokens; 2 Bell Buses Dartmouth tokens
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 108.00
12Nova Scotia Milk TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
A large selection (141) of Nova Scotia milk tokens from across the province. Viewing recommended.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold for 570.00
13Nova Scotia TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Casino tokens from Sydney and Halifax (33); 29 Halifax Business College, 1 - 50 cents; 6 College of Cape Breton plastic tokens; 3 Oxford Woolen Mills
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 540.00
14Nova Scotia TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
119 Milk tokens & 10 bottle tabs from all over the province. This is an incredible opportunity to build an instant collection. Viewing recommend...
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold for 330.00
15Transportation and Other Nova Scotia TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
27 transportation including 5 Sydney and Westmount Ferry; Mike Sullivan Bus Line; Cape Breton Electric; 2 Casino chips from Marine Atlantic; 4 Miles L
Estimate : 200.00 - 250.00
Sold for 325.00
16Miscellaneous Nova Scotia LotGeoffrey Bell Auctions
A lot for collectors of modern medallions and trade dollars. There are 28 trade dollars; 3 royalty; 8 Black Friday pieces; 12 other. We recommend view
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for 120.00
17Prince Edward Island TokenGeoffrey Bell Auctions
BR 923, John Joy.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold for 325.00
19Prince Edward Island Tokens - Charlottetown, AlbertonGeoffrey Bell Auctions
3- Alberton milk tokens; 15- Charlottetown milk tokens; Kinsman '73 drink token; 4 trade dollars; 1 amusement token; 8 PEI medallions. Viewing r...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for 425.00
24New Brunswick Tokens - Saint JohnGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Complete set of White's Restaurant tokens (x20); 10 machine tokens used in slot machines or for candy or gum; 9 Main Bakery tokens; 2 Saint John...
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for 725.00
27Quebec Tokens - Br. 574, 574a. Gnaedinger cards.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 574, Lustrous AU; Br. 574a, issued 1902, Unc, almost full red. Both Ex: Loye. 2 Pcs.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for 70.00
31Quebec - Br. 582, 583, 585. Nine Leroux Cards.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 582 (5 - 3xcopper, 2xbrass), Br. 583 (2 - 1xcopper, 1xbrass), Br. 585 (2 - copper). All Unc. 9 Pcs.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Colle
Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for 204.00
35Quebec Tokens - Br. 623 and 624Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 623 V(ital) R(aparie) Saloon token, 1895, aluminum, VF+. Br. 624 F(rancois) S(ylvestre) (2) both brass, one VF+, the other EF. 3 Pcs.
This is
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for 144.00
36Quebec Tokens - Br. 625, 626, 627. G(edeon) N(ormandin), 5c. In Trade.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 625, brass, VF+, uneven strike; Br. 626, brass, EF; Br. 627, brass, AU. 3 pcs
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 140.00 - 200.00
Sold for 144.00
37Quebec Tokens - Br. 628, 638.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 628, N(apoleon) T(remblay), EF; Br. 638, Gareau & Marchand, AU, light field scratch. 2 Pcs.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collecti...
Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for 144.00
39Quebec Tokens - Br. 653, 656, 664.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 653, Jos Dubois, brass, Unc; Br. 656, John Tyo, brass, Unc; Br. 664, L.R. Baridon, EF. 3 Pcs.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collection.
Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for 228.00
44Lot of 60 Quebec bakery and dairy tokens.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Bakery tokens, Catalogued by both Bowman and Benoit/Brouillette: Gatineau Point, H. Cloutier, 1 pain., B.1700a/QB380A; Jonquiere, Saguenay Bread, 1/4
Estimate : 120.00 - 160.00
Sold for 120.00
45Lot of 92 Quebec tokens.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Buckingham, J.A. Bernardin, $1. B. 1280a (2); Buckingham, J.A. Bernardin, 50¢. B. 1280b; Buckingham, J.A. Bernardin, 25¢. B. 1280c; Buckin...
Estimate : 180.00 - 220.00
Sold for 360.00
46Lot of 60 Montreal Quebec tokens.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
De Fleurimint Social Club, 25¢. Brass. B. 2820c; M.A.S. / B.C.I. (Mary Ann Social Club), Good for 25¢ in trade. Brass. B. 2822c; M.A.S. / ...
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for 216.00
48Lot of 69 modern Quebec tokens, medallions, etc.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A lot of 69 pieces, primarily modern tokens (amusement, casino, restaurant), with a few medallions and one sterling pendant. 69 pieces.
This is a p
Estimate : 100.00 - 140.00
Sold for 72.00
50Quebec - 20 miscellaneous pieces.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A grab bag of 20 miscellaneous pieces, some with a Quebec connection, others less certain. Includes two athletic medals in sterling of possible Nova
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold for 100.00