1857 Bank of Upper Canada One Penny Token Copper Coin

The 1857 Bank of Upper Canada One Penny Token is a historic colonial Canadian copper coin issued during the pre-Confederation era. The obverse features the iconic depiction of St. George on horseback slaying a dragon, symbolizing strength and victory, with the date “1857” below. The reverse displays the crowned arms of the Bank of Upper Canada along with the denomination “One Penny.”

Struck in copper, this token circulated widely in Upper Canada and is highly sought after by numismatists for its historical significance and classic design.

Specifications:

• Year: 1857
• Issuer: Bank of Upper Canada
• Denomination: One Penny
• Metal: Copper
• Type: Colonial Token

A great addition for collectors of British colonial and Canadian tokens.