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Civil War Store Cards are a type of collectible token produced primarily between 1861 and 1865, during the American Civil War. These tokens were issued by merchants and businesses to alleviate the coin shortage caused by the war, featuring local designs often reflecting the business they represented. The 1868 variants may consist of tokens minted or used after the war for trade in various stores, holding historical significance due to their association with both the Civil War era and economic challenges faced at that time. Such tokens are popular among collectors for their unique historical context and regional diversity.
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(C1868) New Lisbon F-Nc-Oh-A Oh Ms | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Non-Contemporary | 1868 | Unknown |