The coin in question belongs to the category of Civil War Patriotic Tokens, produced in the United States of America during the year 1860. This specific token represents the spirit of the era leading up to the Civil War, a time characterized by intense political and social divisions. Although the specific diameter, weight, and mintage of this token are not provided—indicating potential issues with preservation or documentation—it nonetheless carries historical significance. The mint is listed as unknown, suggesting that its origin may not be easily traceable, which is not uncommon for tokens from this era. As a patriotic token, it likely served as a means of expressing support or allegiance to a particular cause or sentiment at the time, often produced in large quantities by various entities and sometimes used as currency in local transactions. The denomination is categorically described as "Other / Varied," indicating that it may not conform to standard monetary values or was more symbolic than functional. The production type is a mint strike, which implies that the token was struck using traditional minting methods, potentially enhancing its collectible appeal. Collectors of Civil War tokens value items from this series for their historical context, uniqueness, and the variety of designs that reflect the sentiments of the period. Overall, this token encapsulates a moment in American history, providing insight into the cultural and political landscape of the time, and remains an intriguing piece for collectors and historians alike.
currency | USD |
currency-amount | 0 |
diameter | 0 |
height | 0 |
mint-mark | None |
mintage | 0 |
type | Coins |
variant | () CIVIL WAR F-154/218 a TOKEN |
weight | 0 |
width | 0 |
year-display | 1860 |