PE-5A (1859) PEI Speed the Plough, Success to the Fisheries Token Fine (F-12)

This token was imported into Prince Edward Island by Clift, Wood & Co. of Charlottetown. The clevis variety was issued in 1859, while the hook variety was struck by Ralph Heaton & Sons of Birmingham around 1860, and large quantities were subsequently exported into Newfoundland.

Obverse: A fish filet with "Success to the Fisheries" around
Reverse: A plow facing right with a clevis, "Speed the Plough" around.

Specifications:
Composition: Copper
Weight: 5.2 to 6.0 g
Diameter: 25.9 to 26.1 mm
Die Axis: ↑ ↑
Edge: Plain
Alternate Reference: BR# 917