1895-- (Unknown) Hard Rubber Merchant Tokens - Schenkman

Coin / United States of America / 1895 / Unknown / Hard Rubber Merchant Tokens - Schenkman / Other / Varied

This item is a Hard Rubber Merchant Token from the year 1895, categorized under the series compiled by Schenkman. Although it is classified under the currency of the United States (USD), it does not carry any mint mark, indicating that its specific minting location is unknown. The token is part of the broader category of "Coins," although its denomination is classified as "Other / Varied," which reflects the diverse nature of merchant tokens during this period. Physically, the dimensions and weight of the token are recorded as zero, suggesting that specific measurements may not be available or applicable for this type of token. It is identified as dated, with the year prominently displayed as 1895. The production type is a mint strike, which typically means it was produced with the intent of circulation, though merchant tokens were often not accepted as legal tender. Notably, the mintage of this token is also recorded as zero, which may imply that it is either a rarity due to its unknown minting details or that it was produced in such limited numbers that the exact count is not documented. As a piece of historical currency from the United States, this merchant token would appeal to collectors of numismatic items, particularly those focused on the intricate history of local and merchant tokens from the late 19th century.