Canada
Lower Canada brass "Bust & Harp" Blacksmith 1/2 Penny Token 1820 XF45 Brown NGC, Br-1012, BL-35A2, BH-27 (R10). Plain edge. Medal alignment. Struck off-center. Bold bust, and harp, with missing date and minor flan flaws. Though noted by NGC as copper, Mr. Partrick held that this piece is brass, which is also how it was listed in the original Baker sale. Very scarce. Sold with old collector envelope detailing provenance.
Ex. Warren Baker Collection (Bowers & Merena March 1987, Lot 1109)
https://coins.ha.com/itm/canada/canada-lower-canada-brass-bust-and-harp-blacksmith-1-2-penny-token-1820-xf45-brown-ngc-/a/61206-98278.s?type=CoinArchives61206
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 600-800 USD