The coin in question is a merchant token from the Rulau series, specifically attributed to the United States of America and dated to the year 1852. Its denomination is recorded as "Other / Varied," suggesting that it does not conform to standard currency denominations of the time, which is often characteristic of merchant tokens used for trade and commerce. Unfortunately, crucial physical characteristics such as the coin's diameter and weight are indicated as '0.00000000', which suggests either that these measurements are unknown or no definitive specifications exist for this particular specimen. Additionally, the place of minting is marked as "Unknown," indicating that it was likely produced in a non-official capacity or outside recognized mint facilities. The production type of this token is noted as "Mint Strike," indicating that it was produced with a deliberate intention to circulate among merchants and customers, although its mintage is recorded as '0', presenting an anomaly since it typically suggests no known examples were struck. This could imply that while the token was designed or intended for production, it may not have progressed to actual minting or that surviving examples are exceedingly rare. As part of the broader category defined as "Coins," it serves as a historical artifact that reflects the commerce practices of 19th-century America, despite lacking typical metrics or production details associated with officially minted coins. Collectors of merchant tokens and numismatics enthusiasts may find this piece particularly intriguing, given its context within the unique economic landscape of the era.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0 |
| diameter | 0 |
| height | 0 |
| mint-mark | None |
| mintage | 0 |
| type | Coins |
| variant | GLASSBORO M-NJ-16 NJ |
| weight | 0 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1852 |