© Timbrimi
© Timbrimi
1 Sou Belleville - 18 cherry leaves / 7 shamrocks ND
| Copper | 6.8 g | 27.1 mm |
| Issuer | Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1835-1838 |
| Value | 1 Sou (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 27.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#96014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Cherry leaves surrounding value with lettering top and bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TOKEN
UN
SOU
MONTREAL
Engraver: John Gibbs
Edge
Plain
Comment
Reverse - Wreath with eighteen cherry leavesObverse - Bouquet with seven shamrocks
Weight: 6.3 - 7.3g
Diameter: 27.0 - 27.2mm
LC-32A (Br#687) No reverse bow
LC-32B (Br#692) Bow
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Sou (Belleville - 18 cherry leaves / 7 shamrocks) ND (1835-1838) from Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) made of Copper weighing 6.8 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Canadian provinces, specifically in the area now known as Ontario, during a time when there was a shortage of official currency. This coin was issued by a private company and was not officially sanctioned by the government, but it was still widely accepted as a means of exchange. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, and its existence serves as a reminder of the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Lower Canada during a time of economic hardship.
