1842 One Penny Bank Token - Great Condition (VF/XF) - 1 Penny Bank Token 1842 Bank of Montreal Canadian Bank Token

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1842 One Penny Bank Token - Great Condition (VF/XF) - 1 Penny Bank Token 1842 Bank of Montreal Canadian Bank TokenThis listing is for the photographed 1842 Bank Of Montreal One Penny Token. Only 240,000 made. Low Mintage, rarer bank token. During the first half of the 19th century there was a chronic shortage of small coins in Lower Canada. In 1835, following a government decision to remove all the lightweight pieces from circulation, the shortage became acute. No official coins were issued but the Bank of Montreal, the Quebec Bank, the City Bank and La Banque du

This led to a significant drop in price and an increase in popularity

Toned Color

In its early years

Not only does it exude historical significance

the mint ceased production of the coins

of Fine Silver

thus making Governor Kilby the first living person to appear on a U

with the eagle in flight based on the work of Longacre's predecessor

- Dictator Francisco Franco conquers Madrid

Luster Visible

Star Note 1953 Red Seal 5 Dollar US Note Star Note Fr#1535* - F (Fine) Grade / Condition - 1953 Five Dollar Bill 1953 Fr#1535* - STAR NOTE

Note is extremely fragile and has been torn