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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1123HUDSON’S BAY COMPANY - Private Fur TraderGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Similar, 50c token, AL, Octagonal, 34mm. Tannahill 3555e. Very rough condition, however likely Unique, Denomination not listed by Tannahill. R10.
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,100.00
Sold for 1,320.00
1124HUDSON’S BAY COMPANY – Yorkton, Sask.Geoffrey Bell Auctions
Good for 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c and $1.00. Alum. Post was opened in 1898. Gingras 280, a, b, c and d. Tannahill 7680d, e, f, g, and h. 5 pcs. EF+ - VF
Estimate : 500.00 - 600.00
Sold for 1,800.00
1126HUDSON’S BAY COMPANY - Fur Beaver SkinsGeoffrey Bell Auctions
2 / FBS / 1858 - This token has not been attributed with certainty. The only information available appeared in the November 1945 issue of the A.N.A,
Estimate : 700.00 - 800.00
Sold for 750.00
1128HUDSON’S BAY COMPANY - TagGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Brand New Hudson's Bay Company Raw Fur Department Tag / Label
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold for 390.00
1130Hudson's Bay Company LotGeoffrey Bell Auctions
Labrador District, Gingras 255, 1 cent; Gingras 255a, 5 cent; Gingras 255d, 20 cent, all aluminum and uniface; St, Lawrence-Labrador District, Gingras
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold for 630.00
1132Prince Edward Island & Newfoundland Pre-Confederation TokensGeoffrey Bell Auctions
BR 917, Speed The Plough, VF; BR 997, Ships, Colonies & Commerce, Lees 34; BR 997, Ships, Colonies & Commerce, Lees 35; Br 997, Ships, Colon...
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for 130.00