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Civil War Store Cards are a unique category of collectible coins issued during the American Civil War era, particularly around 1862. These coins, often made of local materials, were used by merchants in Pennsylvania and elsewhere to facilitate transactions in an economy affected by coin shortages. They typically feature the merchant's name and location, making them a significant piece of local history and an intriguing area for numismatic collectors focusing on Civil War memorabilia.
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1862 Phila F-750t-1b Pa Ms | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Pennsylvania | 1862 | Unknown |