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1 Sou Birmingham - 32 laurel leaves / 1 shamrock ND
| Copper | 7.6 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1835-1838 |
| Value | 1 Sou (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#96019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cherry leaves surrounding value with lettering top and bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TOKEN
UN
SOU
MONTREAL
Edge
Plain
Comment
Reverse - Wreath with thirty two laurel leavesObverse - Bouquet with one shamrock
Weight: 7.8 - 8.1g
Diameter: 27.0 - 27.1mm
LC-34A1 Copper
LC-34A2 Brass
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Sou (Birmingham - 32 laurel leaves / 1 shamrock) ND (1835-1838) from Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) made of Copper weighing 7.6 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Canadian provinces during a time when there was a shortage of official currency. This coin was one of many tokens issued by private companies and individuals to fill the gap in the absence of official currency. It features a unique design, with 32 laurel leaves on one side and a shamrock on the other, and was made of copper, a relatively inexpensive metal at the time. Despite its humble origins, this coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
