G eoffrey B ell A u c t i o n s Toronto Coin Expo Spring Sale May 3rd & 4th, 2018 Proofs & Specimens Two types of notes that are often confusing to collectors, even seasoned ones, are proof and specimen issues. A proof note is fairly easy to identify, but many are unsure of the reason for their existence. Such banknotes are usually printed on thin India paper, often backed with card stock. They can also be printed right on the card. They will commonly lack any serial number and may sometimes have “specimen” on them. In addition to these characteristics, they are easily spotted because they are usually only printed on one side. A proof note was used to sample or test the printing plates before they were put into use. Specimen banknotes, often confused with proofs, were used to familiarize bank employees, among others, with new notes. They are normally printed, front and back, with the same banknote paper that will be used for circulated notes, making them very similar to regular issues. The word “specimen” will usually appear stamped somewhere on the note, such as the on signature line, or sheet numbering area, or they may be punch cancelled. They will lack manuscript signatures and serial numbers will commonly, but not always, be all zeroes. We have a large offering for your consideration. Brian G eoffrey B ell A u c t i o n s The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library, Toronto, Ontario Lot viewing will take place May 3rd & 4th, 9:30am – 4:30pm EDT We are proud and excited to conduct our auction in conjunction with the 2018 Spring Toronto Coin Expo. This sale features a superb offering of English and world coins and a fresh chartered proof banknote collection that are coming out of storage for the first time in numerous years. Rarity reigns on the cover. We have chosen the Bank of Toronto pair for different reasons. Firstly, they are great discovery notes that warrant such a prestigious place in GBA history. Secondly, one of the notes tells a story on how two families got together and bonded into a lasting friendship. We thank the consignors for the opportunity to handle these superb banknotes. We expect spirited bidding on these outstanding specimens. The fur trade industry and the Hudson Bay Company have been a most important part of Canadian history. This is the last major piece of a large collection of Hudson Bay and other fur trade tokens. Check out the other lots from numerous consignors that round out another outstanding auction. We have talked to collectors from all over North America who plan on attending to purchase a choice specimen from this historic event. We feel privileged to be given the opportunity to be entrusted with such treasures and thank our consignors who have placed faith in us. We are a family company proud to offer professional auction services. Our integrity and honesty are paramount to us at all times and we are not reticent to tap the top expertise in North America to help us with attribution. We thank those who have given advice, opinions and expertise to help us produce a first-rate auction especially Bob Graham, Chris Faulkner, Chris Poissant, Ian Speers, Ian Dickson, Jared Stapleton (Toronto Coin Expo Show Owner), Lorne Barnes, Len Buth, Michael Findlay, Sandy Campbell, Blaine Hare, and Jason Benjamin. A special thank you goes out to Mary-Anne Luzba for her efforts in preparing the catalogue in a timely fashion. SESSION 1 – The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon – Thursday, May 3rd 6pm EDT Ancient Coins 1 - 25 Error Decimal 464 - 469 World Medals 512 - 517 World Coins 26 - 258 Royal Canadian Mint 470 - 472 Pre-Confederation Tokens 518 - 611 Shipwreck Coins 259 - 260 World Gold Coins 473 - 475 Post-Confederation Tokens 612 - 631 Maritime Decimal 261 - 281 Royal Canadian Mint 476 - 478 Miscellaneous Tokens 632 - 643 Canadian Decimal 282 - 463 Canadian Medals 479 - 511 SESSION 2 – The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon – Friday, May 4th 6pm EDT Rare Canadian Offering 644 - 651 Bank of Canada Errors Banking Ephemera 977 - 981 Modern China 652 - 682 & Interesting Notes 755 - 796 Scrip 982 - 995 Hudson's Bay Company 683 - 721 Bank of Canada 797 - 951 Newfoundland Treasury Notes 996 - 1000 World Banknotes 722 - 754 Dominion of Canada 952 - 976 Chartered Banknotes 1001 - 1213 A buyer’s premium of 15% for floor bidders and 20% for online bidders, will be added to the Hammer Price. Appropriate GST or HST will be added for lots delivered in Canada. No taxes added if shipped out of the country. Our next Paris Sale is just around the corner, to be held August 11th, 2018. Please don't forget, it's already time to consign! Whether you are a buyer or a seller, we are ready to help you with your collections. We are always travelling throughout Canada and would love to discuss the opportunity to auction your collection, duplicates or selective prized possessions. We hope you enjoy exploring the catalogue and wish you good luck with your bidding. Brian, Dawn, Rayna and Geoffrey Bell Geoffrey Bell Auctions 1141 Main Street G LM RCNA Moncton, NB E1C 1H8 SJCCC B LM APNA MCC Auctions Phone: 506-333-7778 LM CPMS www.gbellauctions.com • [email protected] SESSION 1: MAY 3RD • 6 PM EDT G VIEWING : 9:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. B Phone • Fax • Email your bids early! Auctions Phone: 506-333-7778 • Fax: 506-634-1026 • Email: [email protected] Lot # Description Estimate Lot # Description Estimate NCIENT OINS 8. Lucius Verus (161-169 AD) & wife Lucilla. AR Denarius A C (2 Pcs). Lucius (3.11g) Rev: Victory with shield inscribed VIC / PAR. RIC 566; aEF/VF, weak reverse || Lucilla ROM A N REPUBLIC (2.98g) Rev: Juno stg. l. extending right hand and holding child. RIC 769; aEF. $220-$270 9. Nerva–Antonine Dynasty Lot. AR Denarius (3 Pcs). Marcus Aurelius (3.37g) Rev: Pax stg. l. RIC 146; gVF/aEF || Faustina Jr. (2.85g) Rev: Salus standing. l. RIC 714; VF, 1. Julius Caesar, 49 BC. AR Denarius. (18mm, 3.63g) toned || Commodus (2.85g) Rev: Libertas stg. with Elephant walking r., trampling on Celtic war trumpet, pileus and sceptre. RIC 168; gVF, flan crack. with CAESAR below. Rev: Priestly implements. Crawford $260-$320 443/1; VF, scrape on obv. $400-$500 10. Pertinax. 193 AD. AR Denarius. (17mm, 3.43g) Laureate head r. Rev: Ops seated l., holding two corn ears, left hand on top of throne. RIC 8a; aVF. 2. Mark Anthony, 40 BC. AR Denarius. (20mm, 3.05g) Bare $450-$550 head right, lituus behind. Rev: Prow of galley r., with star above. Crawford 521/2; aVF, reverse off center. 11. Clodius Albinus (193-197 AD) & Macrinus (217-218 $400-$500 AD). AR Denarius (2 Pcs). Clodius (2.85g) Rev: Roma ROM A N IMPERI A L seated l. on shield holding palladium and sceptre. RIC 11a; VF || Macrinus (3.18g) Rev: Jupiter stg. l., holding 3. Augustus. 27 BC-AD 14. AE As. (28mm, 11.02g) Bare thunderbolt and long sceptre. RIC 72; VF, soft reverse. head right. Rev: Moneyer’s legend around large S · C; $250-$300 Moneyer C. Cassius Celer. RIC 376; VF, deposits on rev. $350-$400 12. Caracalla (198-217 AD) & wife Plautilla. AR Denarius (2 Pcs). Caracalla (3.37g) Rev: Venus stg. l., holding 4. Caligula. 37-41 AD. AE As. (29mm, 10.11g) Bare head right. Victory & sceptre, resting on shield set on helmet. Rev: Vesta seated left, holding patera and sceptre, VESTA RIC 311b; EF || Plautilla (3.24g) Rev: Venus stg. l. holding above and S C to the sides. RIC 38. VF/gVF. apple & palm, leaning on shield, Cupid at her feet. $350-$400 RIC 369; gVF, slightly grainy surfaces. $200-$250 13. Elagabalus (218-222 AD) & wife Julia Paula. AR Denarius (2 Pcs). Elagabalus (2.85g) Rev: Liberalitas stg. l., holding counter & cornucopiae. RIC 103; gVF/aEF || Julia Paula (2.33g) Rev: Concordia seated l., holding patera, star in 5. Vitellius. 69 AD. AR Denarius. (19mm, 3.43g) Laureate left field. RIC 211; VF/gVF, grainy surfaces. head right. Rev: Tripod surmounted by dolphin right, $200-$250 below, raven perched right. RIC 109; VF. $400-$450 14. Severan “Victory over Britain” Lot (4 Pcs). Septimus Severus AR Denarius (3.18g) RIC 336; aVF || Caracalla 6. Flavian Dynasty Lot. AR Denarius (3 Pcs). Vespasian AR Denarius (3.24g) RIC 231; aVF || Geta AR Denarius (3.50g) Rev: Vespasian seated r. RIC 83; VF/aVF || (3.11g) RIC 92; VF || Geta AE As (11.21g) RIC 191a; aVF, Domitian (3.56g) Rev: Minerva stg. l. RIC 670; VF || very rough surfaces. Domitian (3.05g) Rev: Draped throne decorated with $350-$400 corn-ears. RIC 2, rough surfaces. $350-$400 15. Severus Alexander. 222-235 AD. AR Denarius. (19mm, 7. Nerva. 96-98 AD. AR Denarius. (17mm, 2.85g) Laureate 3.30g) Laureate head r. Rev: Providentia stg. l., holding head r. Rev: Aequitas standing left, holding scales and corn ears over modius and cornucopiae. RIC 250; virtually cornucopia. RIC 13; VF. Mint State. G $160-$200 $250-$325 B– 2 Auctions Lot # Description Estimate Lot # Description Estimate 16. Severus Alexander. Denarius. (5 Pcs). Rev: Pax standing 28. Denmark. 2 Krone: 1892, 1903, 1953, 1925. 4 Pcs. $100-$200 RD PM EDT left (2 different legends, 3.21g, 3.17g, Providentia standing SESSION 1: MAY 3 • 6 left holding wand over globe, 3.02g, Salus seated left 29. Denmark. 5 Ore: 1874, 1894, 1898, 1899, 1907. 5 Pcs.