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Canada � WFD. Nelson & Co. - Distillerie de St. Denis, St. Denis, L.C. 60 Sous or 1 Ecu or 2 Shilling & 6 Pence July 22, 1837 Graham QC125-12-10-10a. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. This is a complex series with two dated issues, many denominations, and a number of varieties. The issuer, Wolfred Nelson, is an interesting footnote character from this tumultuous period who allied himself with the "Patriote" rebels against the British crown. He was imprisoned for treason, then exiled to Bermuda, and later settled in the United States. After a nolle prosequi relieved him of fears of imprisonment, he returned to Canada, eventually becoming mayor of Montreal. This note is from the first issue and the highest denomination. Printed uniface by Louis Perrault, Montreal with the imprint line at the bottom, and dual-language text and denominations. At top center is a counter vignette of a United States Capped Bust half dollar coin reverse The denomination of HALF A DOLLAR is at the left end, and the right end shows the company name perpendicularly within ruled lines. Fully issued with three signatures and a handwritten counter-date lower left. Noted with "Minor Mounting Remnants on Back." Broadly margined and sharply printed. Representing several genres and themes, this is perfect for any Canadian or American currency collection. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20324, realized $156. |
