Hard Times Tokens are a type of collectible coin that emerged during the economic difficulties of the 1830s in the United States. They were struck between 1832 and 1844, primarily between 1835 and 1843, as a response to the financial hardships faced by many Americans following the Panic of 1837. These tokens were often made by private individuals and businesses and served as a form of currency in local economies when official coinage was scarce. The Rulau catalog specializes in documenting these tokens, providing references for collectors and historians interested in this unique and intricate aspect of American numismatic history from that era.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
(1835) Mobile Ht-98 Al Ms Other / Varied Hard Times Tokens - Rulau 1835 Unknown