1863 GW-657 Brass Centennial Advertising George Washington NGC UNC

$179.99

Issued in the midst of the Civil War, this token celebrated George Washington as a unifying national figure, while serving as a functional advertising piece. Patriotic tokens like this linked Revolutionary War ideals with Unionist sentiment, offering a tangible connection between Washington’s legacy and the nation’s struggle for survival in the 1860s.

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CVC & Collectables presents the 1863 brass advertising token featuring George Washington, cataloged as GW-657 in the Baker reference series. Struck during the Civil War era, this piece doubled as an advertising medium and a patriotic centennial tribute. Certified NGC UNC, it offers bright brass surfaces and sharp details, making it an appealing historic issue.

Token Highlights:

  • Subject: George Washington Centennial Advertising Token
  • Date: 1863
  • Type: Patriotic / Advertising Token
  • Catalog Reference: GW-657 (Baker)
  • Composition: Brass
  • Grade: NGC UNC
  • Obverse Design: Bust of George Washington with inscriptions honoring his legacy
  • Reverse Design: Merchant or centennial-related advertising inscriptions
  • Edge: Plain

Collectibility:

The GW-657 is popular among collectors of both Civil War exonumia and Washington-related tokens. Brass strikes are especially eye-catching, and this NGC UNC example stands out for its preserved detail and originality. A desirable addition to collections focused on early patriotic exonumia or Washington medals. Find more alike here!

Condition

Uncirculated Detail

Grade

NGC

Year

1863

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