Civil War Store Token: Dealer in Rags & Metals

Civil War store token issued by H. Lazeress, a dealer in rags and metals, located at 26 15th Street. The token features an Indian Head Penny on the reverse. Issued during the Civil War (1861-1865), when a lack of metallic currency in circulation necessitated the issuance of privately-produced tokens for commerce. The irresponsible use of these tokens led to Congressional action in 1864 prohibiting private issuance of currency. Copper; FULD 165DC.2A; RARITY R2.

Associated People/Businesses

  • LAZERESS, H.

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