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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391Modern so-called restrikes of Jetons in silver.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
20th-century restrikes / imitations of the Canadian Jetons, in a burnished / antiqued finish. Comprising Br. 510, 511, 512 (2), 513, 514, 515, 519 (2
Estimate : 220.00 - 260.00
Sold for 325.00
392Modern so-called restrikes Jetons in bronze.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
20th-century restrikes / imitations of the Canadian Jetons, in a burnished / antiqued finish as the preceding lot. Comprising Br. 510, 511, 512, 513,
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for 216.00
393Modern so-called restrikes Jetons in bronze.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
20th-century restrikes / imitations of the Canadian Jetons, in a natural bronze finish that has toned nicely over time. Comprising Br. 510, 511, 512,
Estimate : 140.00 - 180.00
Sold for 204.00
394Br. 527. 1844 Bank of Montreal halfpenny.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Ch. PC-1B3. Iridescent overtones, heavy die crack through E of montreal, from rim to the ground. AU+.
This is a part of the Richard Cooper Collect
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold for 72.00
397Br. 719. Brass cast copy of 1857 penny.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
An apparent brass counterfeit of a Bank of Upper Canada penny. 15.33 grams, Diameter 32.58-33.15 mm, thickness: 2.35-2.61 mm
This is a part of the
Estimate : 60.00 - 100.00
Sold for 140.00
398Group of four altered pre-confederation pieces.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Br. 719 (1857) uniface, reverse planed off after striking; Br. 720 (1852), fields of obverse completely removed; Br. 720 (1854), obverse of a 1858-185
Estimate : 80.00 - 120.00
Sold for 40.00
399Br. 719. Group of 24.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Lot of 24 better-grade Bank of Upper Canada pennies, of dates 1850 (3), 1852 (9), 1854 (3) and 1857 (9). Mostly EF to AU.
This is a part of the Ric
Estimate : 300.00 - 350.00
Sold for 240.00
400Br. 719. Group of 230.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
A binder of Bank of Upper Canada pennies, of dates 1850 (39), 1852 (46), 1854 (55) and 1857 (90). Grades from VG to VF+. 230 Pcs.
This is a part o
Estimate : 500.00 - 550.00
Sold for 875.00