Canada New Brunswick Half Penny and Penny Tokens 1843 to 1854

These neat tokens come in two denominations, one penny and half penny, and two dates, 1843 and 1854. The designs are very similar on all these tokens. In general, the one penny tokens are worth somewhat more than the half penny tokens, and the early date is worth somewhat more than the late date. Very roughly:

ONE PENNY TOKENS 1843
worn: $5 US dollars approximate catalog value
average circulated: $20
well preserved: $60
fully uncirculated: $250

ONE PENNY TOKENS 1854
worn: $3 US dollars approximate catalog value
average circulated: $20
well preserved: $60
fully uncirculated: $200

HALF PENNY TOKENS 1843
worn: $4 US dollars approximate catalog value
average circulated: $10
well preserved: $40
fully uncirculated: $300

HALF PENNY TOKENS 1854
worn: $4 US dollars approximate catalog value
average circulated: $10
well preserved: $40
fully uncirculated: $250

Except for the stains, the coin in the main picture (upper left) is in decent shape. The details are sharp, which indicates not too much wear, but the stains bring value down a lot.

The image below gives another price comparison for these tokens. The upper coin is a normal-looking 1854 half penny token in average circulated condition. It sold on eBay for $16. In contrast, the the lower coin is a 1843 one penny token, authenticated, graded, and encapsulated by NGC. The coin is a proof (made especially for collectors) graded PR65 with absolutely dazzling eye appeal. It sold for $3000 by Heritage Auctions. Special coins get special prices!

As always, CoinQuest is indebted to Heritage for use of their coin photo.
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