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Civil War Store Cards are a type of collectible coinage issued during the American Civil War, particularly by various merchants and businesses to facilitate trade in the absence of adequate currency. These tokens were often made of materials like copper or brass and bore the names and advertisements of the issuing merchants, making them unique to specific locations, such as those from Illinois. The tokens often feature Civil War imagery or patriotic themes, reflecting the era's significance, and are sought after by collectors for their historical context and connection to the period from 1860 onward.
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1860-- (Unknown) Civil War Store Cards - Illinois | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Illinois | 1860 | Unknown |