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Civil War Store Cards are a unique category of collectible coins issued during the American Civil War, particularly in 1863. These tokens were often created by merchants in Ohio and other states to address the coin shortage caused by the conflict. Typically made from copper or brass, these store cards served as a form of currency for local transactions and were imprinted with the merchant's name and location. As historical artifacts, they are highly sought after by collectors, reflecting both the economic conditions of the era and the local commerce of the time.
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Civil War Store Card | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Ohio | 1863 | Unknown |