1857 CAD 1P

 

SKU: 1857CAD1P

 

A scarce and historically important 1857 Bank of Upper Canada 1 Penny, offered in Extra Fine (XF/EF) condition. Struck in copper and featuring the popular “Dragon” design, this token issue is a standout choice for collectors of early Canadian colonial-era coinage and chartered bank tokens, with strong visual appeal and solid detail for the type.

Key details

• Date: 1857
• Issuer: Bank of Upper Canada
• Denomination: 1 Penny
• Composition: Copper
• Type/Variety: “Dragon” token
• Reference: KM Tn3
• Grade: XF/EF (Extra Fine)

Condition and eye appeal

• Noticeable remaining design detail consistent with Extra Fine preservation
• Attractive copper color with warm brown tones and natural highlights
• Well-defined devices and legends for the issue, making the “Dragon” motif especially engaging in hand

Why collectors seek this piece

The Bank of Upper Canada tokens represent a fascinating period when private issuers helped meet everyday commerce needs, making them essential to many Canadian token and pre-Confederation collections. The “Dragon” type is particularly collected for its bold, emblematic imagery and for its importance within the wider series.

An excellent opportunity to add a desirable 1857 copper bank token to a Canadian token set, a colonial-era type collection, or a focused “Dragon” variety lineup.

 

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Grading Service	NONE
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Mint Location	NONE
Year	1857
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Strike	Business
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