Classical Numismatic Group, LLC
Keystone Auction 8 23 Aug 2022
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CANADA, Lower Canada. Lauzon Ferry. WM Token (22mm, 6.46 g, 12h). Dated 1821. LAUZON, Paddlewheel steamship; 1821 in exergue / BON POUR HUIT SOLS, FOUR/ PENCE/ TOKEN. Breton 560; Charlton TR-2A. Heavy obverse scratch, bent, some corrosion. Good Fine. Very rare.
From the Dr. Jay M. Galst Collection.
This token was issued in 1821 for use by travellers between Quebec to Point Levis on the ferry Lauzon. Originally owned by John Goudie, the vessel was later sold to J. McKenzie, and ultimately to J. Thompson, both of whom countermarked the tokens (with J McK and J T respectively) to indicate the change of ownership.
From the Dr. Jay M. Galst Collection.
This token was issued in 1821 for use by travellers between Quebec to Point Levis on the ferry Lauzon. Originally owned by John Goudie, the vessel was later sold to J. McKenzie, and ultimately to J. Thompson, both of whom countermarked the tokens (with J McK and J T respectively) to indicate the change of ownership.