1841 Hard Times Token - Millions For Defence Not One Cent For Tribute

  • Lot number 1305068
  • Total views 132
  • Lot ended2018-02-06 20:00:00
  • Total bids 12
  • Winning bid $18.90
  • Buyer's premium $3.21
  • Total $22.11
  • DAILY NO RESERVE

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Hard-times tokens are large cent-sized copper tokens, struck from about 1833 through 1843, serving as unofficial currency. These privately made pieces, comprising merchant, political and satirical pieces, were used during a time of political and financial crisis in the United States.

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