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Civil War Store Cards, particularly from Alabama in 1861, are a type of collectible coinage issued by merchants during the American Civil War. These tokens were created due to the scarcity of official currency and often featured local businesses or patriotic imagery. They were used as a medium of exchange in everyday transactions. The cards are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and the unique insight they provide into the economic conditions of the time.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1861-- (Unknown) Civil War Store Cards - Alabama | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Alabama | 1861 | Unknown |