Canada - Fichas comerciais e históricas de cobre-tokens - Commemorative token

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As three pieces shown in the image are not official circulating government coins, but rather copper trade and historical tokens from the United Kingdom and Canada, minted between the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Below are the details and identification of each piece:
1. Lower Canada Trade Token (Top)
Inscription: "AGRICULTURE & COMMERCE / BAS CANADA".
Type: Known popularly as a "Bouquet Sou".
Origin: Province of Lower Canada (now Quebec), issued mainly during the 1830s by private banks (such as Banque du Peuple) to supply the severe shortage of small-denomination coins in the region.
Design: Presents a bouquet with heraldic floral symbols (such as the rose, the thistle, the shamrock and the wheat) tied by a ribbon.
2. Conder Token "For General Convenience" (Left)
Inscription: "FOR GENERAL CONVENIENCE".
Type: Halfpenny Conder Token.
Origin: Middlesex, England, minted around 1797.
Design: Displays the right-facing profile bust of a knight in armor and helmet with a crest. The reverse of these tokens typically portrays Britannia seated.
3. George III Trade Token (Right)
Inscription: "GEORGIUS III D.G. REX..." (George III, by the Grace of God, King).
Type: This is a contemporary imitation or evasive money token from the late eighteenth century.
Origin: Great Britain.
Design: Bears the laureate profile bust of King George III of the United Kingdom. During this period, extreme scarcity of genuine copper coins led merchants and private manufacturers to mass-produce their own pieces with the monarch’s effigy simplified to facilitate daily trade.

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PORTUSCALLE NUMISMÁTICA is a company in Portugal specializing in the sale of historical coins, as well as historical documents, vintage toys, and musical memorabilia. We have a strong online presence and a large and enthusiastic customer base that extends far beyond the borders of Europe. Through our experience, we are able to guarantee a high-quality and authentic offering in all the products we present for sale. __________ Shipping Notice Please note that we do not offer combined shipping. Each item purchased will be shipped individually, with separate shipping costs applied to each order. This policy allows us to ensure careful handling and faster, safer delivery of every piece. We appreciate your understanding and remain at your disposal for any further clarification
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As three pieces shown in the image are not official circulating government coins, but rather copper trade and historical tokens from the United Kingdom and Canada, minted between the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Below are the details and identification of each piece:
1. Lower Canada Trade Token (Top)
Inscription: "AGRICULTURE & COMMERCE / BAS CANADA".
Type: Known popularly as a "Bouquet Sou".
Origin: Province of Lower Canada (now Quebec), issued mainly during the 1830s by private banks (such as Banque du Peuple) to supply the severe shortage of small-denomination coins in the region.
Design: Presents a bouquet with heraldic floral symbols (such as the rose, the thistle, the shamrock and the wheat) tied by a ribbon.
2. Conder Token "For General Convenience" (Left)
Inscription: "FOR GENERAL CONVENIENCE".
Type: Halfpenny Conder Token.
Origin: Middlesex, England, minted around 1797.
Design: Displays the right-facing profile bust of a knight in armor and helmet with a crest. The reverse of these tokens typically portrays Britannia seated.
3. George III Trade Token (Right)
Inscription: "GEORGIUS III D.G. REX..." (George III, by the Grace of God, King).
Type: This is a contemporary imitation or evasive money token from the late eighteenth century.
Origin: Great Britain.
Design: Bears the laureate profile bust of King George III of the United Kingdom. During this period, extreme scarcity of genuine copper coins led merchants and private manufacturers to mass-produce their own pieces with the monarch’s effigy simplified to facilitate daily trade.

Seller's Story

PORTUSCALLE NUMISMÁTICA is a company in Portugal specializing in the sale of historical coins, as well as historical documents, vintage toys, and musical memorabilia. We have a strong online presence and a large and enthusiastic customer base that extends far beyond the borders of Europe. Through our experience, we are able to guarantee a high-quality and authentic offering in all the products we present for sale. __________ Shipping Notice Please note that we do not offer combined shipping. Each item purchased will be shipped individually, with separate shipping costs applied to each order. This policy allows us to ensure careful handling and faster, safer delivery of every piece. We appreciate your understanding and remain at your disposal for any further clarification
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Number of objects
3
Title/inscription
Fichas comerciais e históricas de cobre-tokens
Country of origin
Canada
Condition
Fair condition
Material
Copper
Autographed by a famous person
No
PortugalVerified
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Objects sold
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