½ Penny Regal Imitation - George III left, uniface ND

One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Regal Imitation - George III left, uniface) ND (1835) from Canadian provinces (Canada) weighing 4.8 g is that it was used as a substitute for the official British coinage in Canada during the 19th century. Due to a shortage of official coins, private companies and individuals began minting their own tokens, like this one, to use as currency. These tokens were often made of cheaper metals, like copper or bronze, and had a lower value than official coins. Despite their lower value, they were still widely accepted and used in everyday transactions. This coin is a unique piece of Canadian numismatic history and a reminder of the resourcefulness and resilience of the people who lived in Canada during that time.