coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Other / Varied \ Hard Times Tokens - Rulau \ 1843 \ Unknown
Hard Times Tokens were privately minted in the United States during the economic depression of the late 1830s to 1840s, particularly around 1843. These tokens were created as a response to the scarcity of official currency and were used as a medium of exchange in everyday transactions. Rulau references a system of cataloging these tokens, highlighting their historical significance and variety. While many are uncirculated or exhibit varying conditions, their value often depends on rarity, design, and the specific themes they convey related to the socio-economic climate of the time.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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(C1843) Kennebec Ht-523 On 1829 Lg 1c Me Ms | Other / Varied | Hard Times Tokens - Rulau | 1843 | Unknown |