CVC & Collectables presents the 1863 Civil War store card token issued by John Thomas Coffee & Spices of Albany, New York, cataloged as Fuld 10G/1a. Struck in copper during the Civil War shortage of small change, this token advertised a local merchant while filling a critical role in daily commerce. Certified NGC AU 55, it shows pleasing surfaces with sharp remaining detail.
Token Highlights:
- Issuer: John Thomas Coffee & Spices
- Location: Albany, New York
- Date: 1863
- Type: Civil War Store Card Token
- Catalog Reference: Fuld 10G/1a
- Composition: Copper
- Grade: NGC AU 55
- Obverse Design: Merchant’s name and trade (Coffee & Spices) with decorative inscriptions
- Reverse Design: Patriotic Union shield design with inscriptions supporting the Union cause
- Edge: Plain
Collectibility:
Civil War tokens are highly collectible, with store cards like the Fuld 10G/1a prized for their connection to both commerce and patriotism. This NGC AU 55 example offers strong originality and detail, making it an excellent choice for collectors of Civil War exonumia and New York merchant history. Find more alike here!
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