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Civil War Store Cards are a type of collectible coin issued during the American Civil War, specifically in 1864. These tokens were produced by merchants in Connecticut and other states as a medium of exchange during a time when official currency was scarce. They typically feature the merchant's name and sometimes local imagery or slogans, serving both practical and commemorative purposes. Their rarity and historical significance make them sought-after items among collectors of numismatic artifacts from this era.
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1864-- (Unknown) Civil War Store Cards - Connecticut | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Connecticut | 1864 | Unknown |