Civil War Store Token: American Eagle with Flags

Copper Civil War store token depicting an American eagle with flags. The token features the inscription "SOLE AGENT FOR THE U. S.; 'PRINCIPAL DEPOT OF FRENCH COGNAC BITTERS...70 NASSAU ST.'" and beading on the reverse. Issued during the Civil War when there were no metallic coins in circulation, forcing tradesmen to issue tokens to facilitate commerce. Many such tokens depicted patriotic subjects. The irresponsible nature of these tokens led Congress to pass an act in 1864 prohibiting private individuals from issuing money. Fuld number: 630BU.3A; Rarity: R1. Issued circa 1863.

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  • STEINFELD, S.

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