Satirical So-Called $1 HK-829 1861-65 NGC AU 55 BN

CVC & Collectables presents this satirical So-Called Dollar, cataloged as HK-829 and struck in copper, was minted early during the U.S. Civil War as a humorous warning against the potential devaluation of paper money. Graded AU 55 Brown by NGC, this piece features sharp details and strong historical appeal, offering insight into public sentiment regarding currency during one of America’s most turbulent periods.

So-Called Dollar Highlights:

• Issuer: Aaron White (attributed)
• Date: 1861-1865
• Catalog Number: HK-829 (So-Called Dollars)
• Composition: Copper
• Diameter: Approximately 33 mm
• Grade: NGC AU 55 BN — Excellent condition with rich brown toning and minimal wear.

Obverse:

• Design: A sow hanging from a hook, symbolizing the potential “hanging” of the nation’s financial stability if reliance on paper money continued unchecked.
• Inscription: None

Reverse:

• Design: A sow rooting through a jar, representing the chaotic and uncontrolled nature of unbacked currency. This imagery humorously suggests that reliance on paper money could lead to economic ruin.
• Inscription: None

Collectibility:

The 1861-65 Aaron White Satirical So-Called Dollar is a unique and desirable artifact for collectors of Civil War-era memorabilia and so-called dollars. Its AU 55 grade ensures well-preserved details and appealing toning. This piece combines humor and historical context, making it an engaging addition to any collection focused on 19th-century U.S. economic and political history.