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1 Sou Misc. - 18 cherry leaves / 7 shamrocks ND
| Copper (copper or brass) | 6.9 g | 27.6 mm |
| Issuer | Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1836-1838 |
| Value | 1 Sou (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Copper (copper or brass) |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 27.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#96062 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cherry leaves surrounding value with lettering top and bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TOKEN
UN
SOU
MONTREAL
Edge
Plain
Comment
Reverse - Wreath with eighteen cherry leavesObverse - Bouquet with seven shamrocks
Weight: 6.8 - 7.0g
Diameter: 27.5 - 27.7mm
LC-44A Copper
LC-44B Brass
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Sou (Misc. - 18 cherry leaves / 7 shamrocks) ND (1836-1838) from Lower Canada (Canadian provinces) made of Copper (copper or brass) weighing 6.9 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 created by a private company and was not issued by the government, but it was still widely accepted as a means of exchange. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Lower Canada during a time of economic hardship.
