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Civil War Store Cards are a type of token issued by businesses in the United States during the Civil War era, particularly around 1864. These tokens were often used as alternative currency due to the scarcity of coins, allowing stores to facilitate trade and transactions in local markets. Wisconsin, like many other states, saw the issuance of these store cards, which typically featured the store owner's name and other identifying information. As collectibles, they are valued for their historical significance and representation of the economic conditions during the Civil War.
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1864 Appleton F-30a-1a Wi Ms | Other / Varied | Civil War Store Cards - Wisconsin | 1864 | Unknown |