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Civil War Store Cards are a type of collectible token that were issued by merchants during the American Civil War, particularly in the 1860s. These tokens were used as a form of currency in local economies, often due to the scarcity of official coinage. Store cards, including those from Illinois, typically featured the merchant's name, location, and sometimes imagery related to the Civil War era. Their collectibility stems from their historical significance, rarity, and connection to the socio-economic conditions of the time.
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1860-- (Unknown) Civil War Store Cards - Illinois | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Illinois | 1860 | Unknown |