Hard Times Tokens are a category of collectible coins primarily issued during the economic depression of the 1830s in the United States. These tokens were often struck by private individuals and businesses as a response to the shortage of small change, and they usually featured political or social themes. The Rulau catalog references various tokens, including those from 1824, which serve as a historical account of that era's economic challenges. Collectors value these tokens for their unique designs, historical significance, and the insights they provide into American society during the period.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
(1824-33) Providence Ht-426 On 1803 Lg 1c Ri Ms Other / Varied Hard Times Tokens - Rulau 1824 Unknown