coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ G$5 \ Oregon Exchange Company \ 1849 \ Oregon City, Oregon
The Oregon Exchange Company was a token issuer in Oregon City, Oregon, in 1849, during a time when the region used various forms of currency, including privately minted tokens. The "G 5" refers to a specific type of token, which might be categorized within the broader collectible coin market. Collectors often seek these tokens for their historical significance and rarity, as they represent a unique aspect of American currency in the mid-19th century, reflecting the local economy and commerce in the burgeoning Oregon territory. Tokens from this era are generally considered valuable to numismatists interested in the history of money in the United States.
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1849 G$5 Oregon Exchange Co. K-1 | G$5 | Oregon Exchange Company | 1849 | Oregon City, Oregon |