Subject: Store Tokens

White metal store token (27mm) for Apollo Gardens, located at 576 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The token features Apollo's head in a wreath on the obverse and the text "APOLLO GARDENS 576 WASHINGTON STREET GOOD FOR 6 CENTS..HESS & SPEIDEL" on the reverse. The token dates to the Civil War era (circa 1863).

Civil War store token issued by H. Lowenstein, located at the northwest corner of 9th and John Streets in Cincinnati, Ohio. The token's issue date is estimated to be January 1, 1863. The token's physical description includes the notation "OH165DF.3a R.7; N.W. CORNER OF 9TH & JOHN; ;Cincinnati, Ohio".

Civil War-era store token issued by A. Cohen, a clothing and gents furnishing goods merchant located at 21 Delaware Street in Leavenworth, Kansas. The token is dated circa 1863. The description in the archival record refers to the object as '550A.1a R.7'.

Civil War store token issued by Frank A. Alberger's meat store in Buffalo, New York. The token features an Indian head on the obverse and 'ALBERGER'S MEAT STORE BUFFALO' on the reverse. Alberger ran a kosher butcher stall, served as mayor of Buffalo (1860-1861), and was an Erie Canal commissioner and New York Assemblyman. The token is identified as RARITY #8 NY105B.2b. The date is circa 1863.

Civil War store token issued by Carpeles, Ph. in Columbus, Wisconsin. The token depicts a U.S. Eagle on the reverse. The token is identified as 120A.1a R.3 UNC. Date is estimated to be January 1, 1863 based on the context of the Civil War.

Civil War store token issued by Carpeles, Ph. in Waterloo, Wisconsin. The token features a U.S. eagle on the reverse. The date is circa 1863. This item is referenced in collection 19.69, R4. The token's design includes '915A.2a'.

Civil War store token issued by Carpeles, Ph. in Waterloo, Wisconsin. The obverse depicts an eagle, and the reverse has the inscription "915A.2a...R4". The token dates from 1863.

Civil War-era store token issued by David Ekstein in Lansing, Michigan. The token features the inscription "GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS" on the front and "MERCURY" on the back. David Ekstein arrived in Lansing in 1855. The token is described as "FINE." The object is physically located in Arc.MS.56, Box 10, Folder 10.

Civil War-era store token issued by F. & L. Ladner of the North Millinery Hall, located at 532 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The token is made of metal and features the coat of arms of Philadelphia on one side and a lyre on the other. Date of issue is approximately January 1, 1863.

Civil War store token depicting an Indian head on the obverse and "Groceries, Produce & Ships Chandleries" on the reverse. Issued during the Civil War when metallic coins were scarce, this token served as a medium of exchange. The irresponsible issuance of such tokens led Congress to pass an act in 1864 prohibiting private individuals from issuing money. The token is described as being in very fine condition (VF) and is noted for its rarity (#9 MI225AQ.1a). The token is further associated with the first Jewish banker in Detroit, a German-American, and a great friend of the Indians. Date of issue: 1863.

Brass Civil War store token. Obverse: "H. RICE..SUTLER..McCLERNANDS BRIGADE..ILL. VOL..10 CENTS"; Reverse: "JOHN STANTON DIE SINKER..CINCINATTI". This token, issued by sutler Henry Rice for McClernands Brigade, Illinois Volunteers, is one of a set of four (5, 10, 25, and 50 cents) circulated during the Civil War. The collection contains the 5, 10, and 25-cent tokens. The token's description notes its rarity (#7). Henry Rice, a Jewish immigrant who knew Abraham Lincoln, was a military storekeeper and businessman. He established Henry Rice & Co., a clothing business in Jacksonville, Illinois, and later co-founded Rice, Stix and Company in Memphis, Tennessee.

This archival item consists of materials related to a Civil War store token issued by H. Upmeyer and U.S. Civil War cards by Fuld. The materials describe the economic context of the Civil War, where a lack of metallic coins led tradesmen to issue tokens to facilitate commerce. Many of these tokens, like the one by Upmeyer, featured patriotic subjects. The description also mentions that the irresponsible issuance of these tokens prompted Congress to pass an act in 1864, prohibiting private individuals from issuing money. The item includes references to Stephen Douglas and Rev. Beading, and notes that H. Upmeyer later became part of Bunde (Louis) & Upmeyer, a major jewelry manufacturing company. The token's geographic context is Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and it is made of copper. The materials were created sometime around 1863.

Civil War-era store token from Heinman's clothing store in Detroit, Michigan. The front of the token advertises a 25% discount on clothing at Heinman's, located under the Russell House. The back features an Indian Head design. The token dates from 1863.

Metal Civil War store token issued by Henry Wolf, Trunk Manufacturer, located at 211 Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. The token features a bust of a Native American wearing a headdress and surrounded by stars on the reverse. Dated circa January 1, 1863.

Civil War-era store token issued by Herschman Bros., dry goods merchants located at 20 Court Street, Binghamton, New York. The token features a wreath and "business card" design. The reverse is blank. Additional research needed. This token is designated as FULD...80B.1C and has a rarity rating of R3.

Civil War-era store token issued by Herschman Bros. in Binghamton, New York. The token features the text "HERSCHMAN BROS." and their address, "20 COURT STREET." The reverse shows a wreath and the description "BUSINESS CARD." The token's date of issue is estimated to be around January 1, 1863. Further research is needed to fully identify the token. The token is part of the New York Business Objects Collection.

Civil War store token issued by Hochstetter / Strauss in Buffalo, New York. The token features an 1863 Indian Head penny on the front and "DRY GOODS 280 MAIN STREET" on the back. According to the Fuld catalog, this token is designated as 105J.2A, with a rarity rating of R8 (probably an R6).

Civil War-era store token. The obverse features an Indian head penny dated 1863, and the reverse reads "DRY GOODS 280 MAIN STREET". This is a duplicate token.

Civil War-era store token issued by Isaac Beers' business in Marshall, Michigan. The token features the inscription "ISAAC BEERS*STOVES*HARDWARE*TOOLS & TINWARE*MARSHALL, MICH." It is dated circa 1863. This item is part of the O Collection at the University of Pennsylvania.

Civil War-era store token. The front depicts the text "J. BLOCK, AGT., READY MADE CLOTHES, TALMADGE BLOCK, LANCASTER, OHIO." The back features an image of a man in a suit without a head and the markings "; ; ;OH 440B.1a R.5". The token's approximate date is January 1, 1863. The token's physical location is Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 10.

Civil War-era store token issued by J. M. Neuburger, a clothier located at Ball's Corner. The front of the token displays "J. M. NEUBURGER...CLOTHIER...BALL'S CORNER." The reverse displays "OUR CARD." The token was previously listed in a town directory as Neuburger & Hamberg. This unlisted reverse die (1357A) is distinguished from 1357 by the spacing of "OUR CARD." Information derived from *U.S. Tokens 1700-1900* by Rulau (1997, 530D.2A). Date estimated as 1863 based on the Civil War context.

Civil War-era store token issued by J. Siegel's Dry Goods & Groceries in Hales Corner, Wisconsin. The token's front depicts an eagle and the year 1863. The reverse side displays the business name, location, and a designation 'WISC. 270A.1A'. The token's existence suggests the economic activity and challenges during the Civil War, reflecting the use of privately issued tokens due to the scarcity of official currency.

Copper Civil War store token issued by C. Kahn of 73 Everett Street, Chicago, Illinois. The token features a Masonic symbol on the reverse. Issued circa 1863.

Civil War-era store token issued by L. Eliel, a clothier located at No. 1 Teegarden Block in La Porte, Indiana. The reverse side features a Liberty head and the inscription "Childs Manlr, Chicago 1861." The token is cataloged as 530A.1a R.6. The token dates to 1861.

Civil War store token issued by H. Lowenstein in Cincinnati, Ohio. The obverse features an Indian head, and the reverse has the inscription 'AD' and the number '165DF.4a MS.63 NR'. The token dates from 1863, based on the context of the Civil War.

Civil War store token issued by M. Ezekiel of the 3rd Virginia Regiment. The front of the token reads "M. EZEKIEL..3RD VIR. REGT...GOOD FOR 5 IN GOODS." The back is blank. This is described as the finest known example, with a rarity rating of R7 according to the U.S. Civil War Cards by Fuld, VA E5B or Curto 78a. The token's thickness is noted as 'THICK'. The token is associated with the Ezekiel family of Richmond, Virginia.

Civil War store token issued by M. Marx of Detroit, Michigan. The token displays an Indian head and is marked '94 GRATOIT STREET'. The token's dimensions are 225 AW.3a R.7. Issued in Detroit, Michigan circa 1863.

Civil War-era store token issued by Neuburger & Hamberger, clothiers, in La Porte, Indiana. The front of the token displays "NEUBURGER & HAMBERGER...CLOTHIER...NO. 1 UNION BANK." The back features a business card with an image of Liberty. The token is listed in a town directory; however, 1863 tokens list Hamberger alone. Information on the token is found in the book *U.S. Tokens 1700-1900* by Rulau (1997).

Civil War store token issued by L. Schneider, located at 557 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The token features an Indian head on the obverse and the address on the reverse. The token's date is estimated to be January 1, 1863. Additional research is needed to further understand its historical context.

Civil War store token issued by L. Schneider, located at 557 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The token features an Indian head on the front and the address on the back. The date is estimated to be 1863. Further research is needed to determine more specific information about the token's history and its exact production date. The token is found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS Box 4, Pouch 4.

Copper Civil War store token issued by A. H. Steinmann, Dry Goods, located at the corner of 11th and Galena Streets in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The token features an eagle on the obverse and "DRY GOODS" on the reverse. The date is estimated as 1863 based on the context of the Civil War. The token's dimensions are approximately 510 AL.1a R.3.

Copper Civil War store token. The front depicts 'TELLER, I.' and the back features an eagle. Issued in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, circa 1863. The token is part of the collection 'Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 10'.

Brass Civil War store token issued by sutler H. Rice for McClernand's Brigade, Illinois Volunteers. Obverse: "H. RICE..SUTLER..McCLERNANDS BRIGADE..ILL. VOL..5 CENTS". Reverse: "JOHN STANTON DIE SINKER..CINCINATTI". This token is one of a set of four (5, 10, 25, and 50 cents), with this collection holding all four. The token's description also includes information about Henry Rice, a Jewish immigrant, friend of Lincoln, and philanthropist, who established a successful clothing business and later a retail business, Rice, Stix and Company, in Memphis, Tennessee, with fellow co-religionists William Stix and Benjamin Eiseman. Dated circa 1863.

Civil War-era store token issued by Joseph Fishbein. The front of the token reads "GROCERIES, PROVISIONS & DRY GOODS." The back of the token lists "JOSEPH FISHBEIN," "315 WEST WATER STREET," "Milwaukee, Wisconsin." The token was likely circulated during the American Civil War (1861-1865), as indicated by the date 1/1/1863. The token's inscription provides details about Fishbein's business and location in Milwaukee.

Civil War era store token for David Ekstein, Groceries and Provisions, Lansing, Michigan. The token features a Mercury head on the obverse and the text "Groceries and Provisions" on the reverse. Issued in 1863. Ekstein arrived in Lansing in 1855. Rarity #5 MI 560.2a.

Brass Civil War store token issued by F. Mangold, located at 9 New York Street. The obverse reads "F. MANGOLD" and the reverse reads "9 NEW YORK ST M ..10 CENTS IN GOODS". Dated to 1863, this token is noted as rare (#7 SCH 9 NYSTM) and a similar token sold on eBay for $410.00 on January 4, 2003. Adolph Mangold, possibly related to F. Mangold, a Jewish man who was killed in the Civil War, is honored annually at the Jewish Civil War Memorial in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Silver-plated store token issued by H. Lowenstein, located at the Northwest corner of 9th and John Streets in Cincinnati, Ohio, during the Civil War in 1863. The token served as an advertisement for Lowenstein's business, likely within the food or animal industry.

Metal store token issued by Henry Wolf, Trunk Manufacturer, located at 211 Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. The token depicts a bust of a Native American wearing a headdress and surrounded by stars on the reverse. The token dates to the American Civil War period (circa 1863).

Civil War store token issued by J. B. Spitzer. The token indicates a value of "10 cents" and bears the inscription "55 Ohio Volunteer Infantry." The reverse depicts a shield with the word "Union." The token's design and inscription suggest its use during the Civil War. It is referenced in *U.S. Civil War store cards by Fuld*, page 584, nl.35a, with a rarity rating of r.8.

Civil War-era store token for Joseph Fischbein, a grocer, provisioner, and dry goods merchant located at 315 Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The token's front advertises "Groceries, Provisions & Dry Goods," while the back lists "Joseph Fischbein Agt." and the address. The date is 1863.

Copper Civil War-era store token issued by Levy & Duncan, clothing dealers in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The obverse reads "LEVY & DUNCAN DEALERS IN CLOTHING, OSHKOSH, WIS." The reverse depicts a flying eagle and the date 1864. The token is listed as Fuld 6201.6A and is noted as a rarity (#9).

Civil War era store token issued by Louis Strauss & Co., located in Elmira, New York. The token features an 1863 Indian Head Penny on the front and 'Dry Goods No. 3 Union Block' on the back. Issued in 1863.

Trade token advertising the business of M. Dryfoos, a merchant tailor and ready-made clothing seller in Fremont, Ohio. The token's reverse side features the phrase "Quick Sales and Small Profits" and an image of a headless man. The obverse displays "Merchant Tailor & Ready Mades" and the location. Though undated, it is likely from the Civil War era (circa 1863) given its style and context.

Copper store token issued by O. Morgenstern in Richmond, Virginia, during the Civil War (circa 1863). The token features a star on the front and the number 5 surrounded by a wreath on the reverse. It functioned as an advertisement for Morgenstern's business.

Civil War Srore Token Judaica) - OPPENHEIMER & METZGER..JEWELRY & WATCH MATERIALS; BACK...WREATH..BUSINESS CARD; 104 LAKE STREET;, CHICAGO, ILLINIOIS.....150AQ.1a..R3...During the Civil War, there were no metallic coins of any denomination in circulation. Tradesmen were thus forced to issue a medium that would save commerce. Many of these tokens depicted patriotic subjects. The irresponsible nature of these tokens forced Congress to pass an act in 1864, forbidding private individuals to issue any form of money." The historical ledgers track charitable donations and financial interactions within Chicago's early Jewish community network. In these community registers, Oppenheimer & Metzger is explicitly listed alongside other prominent early Chicago Jewish merchants and families-such as the Hart brothers, Henry Newburger, Joe Peiser, and J.H. Henoch.

Copper trade token advertising S. Lasurs, a dealer in rags and metals, located at 26 15th Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The token features an Indian Head Penny on the reverse. Dated 1863. The name may be a misspelling of Lazaruss.

Civil War era store token for Winesteiner, located at 35 East Third Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The obverse features the name 'WINESTEINER' and the address. The reverse depicts an eagle. The token is dated to 1863 based on the context of the Civil War.