🪙 1850 Bank of Upper Canada — 1 Penny Token
A foundational piece of Canadian colonial numismatics, and the first year issue of the Bank of Upper Canada’s official copper token coinage.
Issuer: United Province of Canada
Years of issue: 1850–1857
Denomination: 1 Penny (1/240 Pound)
Composition: Copper
Weight: 15.5 g
Diameter: 33.4 mm
Edge: Plain
Obverse: St. George slaying the dragon
Reverse: Arms of Upper Canada with BANK TOKEN ONE PENNY legend
Mintage (1850): 750,000 pieces
The product is a collectible 1850 Bank of Upper Canada One Penny Token, which is approximately 176 years old. This circulated token was issued in Canada and is uncertified. It holds historical significance as a piece of Canadian numismatic heritage, representing a denomination of one penny from the mid-19th century. This token would be a valuable addition to any coin collection or a perfect item for a history enthusiast interested in Canada's past.