Robins Collection proves to be ‘sale of the century for Canadian tokens’

An 1812 Lower Canada ‘BON POUR DEUX SOUS’ pattern penny realized $50,400 US as Lot 29299 of the Douglas Robins Collection sale by Heritage Auctions. All images courtesy Heritage Auctions.

The Douglas Robins Collection realized more than $1 million across more than 550 lots during Heritage Auctions’ Chicago Coin Expo World Coins Signature Auction this April. Described as the “sale of the century for Canadian tokens,” the April 20-24 sale was highlighted by an 1812 Lower Canada “BON POUR DEUX SOUS” pattern penny, which was... Continue reading →

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