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Lot #64: 1837 Lower Canada One Penny (Deux Sous) Bank Token

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1837 Lower Canada One Penny (Deux Sous) Bank Token This is an 1837 Lower Canada One Penny (Deux Sous) Bank Token, commonly known as a "Habitant" token. Key Details Issuer: These tokens were issued by major commercial banks in Montreal, such as the Bank of Montreal, Quebec Bank, City Bank, and Banque du Peuple, to address a shortage of official coinage. Obverse (Front): Features a "Habitant," a traditional French-Canadian farmer in winter dress (tuque, frock overcoat, sash, and moccasins) holding a whip. Reverse (Back): Typically shows the coat of arms for the City of Montreal with the name of the issuing bank on a ribbon. Composition & Size: Made of copper, with a diameter of approximately 34.1 mm and a weight of about 18.5–19.0 grams. Value: One penny was equivalent to two sous. All information provided herein is considered accurate. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify its accurateness. As shown and as is. The pictures are part of the description. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, May 23 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1Z 7M4 View Map (opens in new window)


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Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC

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Thursday, May 21, 2026 between 12:15:00 AM and 1:07:00 AM UTC

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