Lower Canada ½ Penny / 1 Sou, 1837
Banque du Peuple
Information
Country
Lower Canada
Lower Canada
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Token
Denomination
1 Sou = ½ Penny
Year
1837
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
9.5
Diameter (mm)
28.2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Sou = ½ Penny from Lower Canada. Issued in 1837. Struck in Copper. Measures 28.2 mm and weighs 9.5 g.
- Obverse
- Canadian Habitant standing in traditional winter costume.
- Reverse
- Arms of the City of Montreal with the name of the participating bank on the ribbon.
- Edge
- Smooth
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