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Lr. 746 — University of Toronto. Undated. Copper.

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:200.00 CAD Estimated At:400.00 - 500.00 CAD
Lr. 746 — University of Toronto. Undated. Copper.

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McLachlan-274, Breton-143. 34.2mm. 21.11g. Plain edge. Signed B. WYON. An unnamed example of this popular Benjamin Wyon design with Victory holding a wreath in her right hand. The reverse is blank. According to McLachlan’s Canadian Numismatics (1886): “Issued in 1862 in place of the large medal discontinued [Lr. 745].” This type was not present in either the Jeffrey Hoare Auctions #6 sale or the Joffre Collection. Each side is perfectly glossy brown with natural blue, violet, and golden elements in the fields. Minimal contact on the reverse.