Watch List notes:

ALGIERS:COLLECTION of 54 propaganda/jeweler's tokens in various sizes produced in 1857 (Lecompte-37 to 42) and 1862, from 10mm to 42mm (2 budju size, rare), in brass, some are silvered, some pierced, including some uniface, collection of many different types, generally lightly circulated, in consignor's 2x2 holders, viewing recommended, retail value $450, lot of 54 pieces. These tokens commemorated the French victory of 1857 by Marshal Randon over rebel bands. The Governor General of Algeria struck series of tokens with Arabic legends which were distributed to the population.

Estimate: 110-150 USD