Hard Times Tokens were privately issued tokens in the United States during the economic distress of the 1830s and 1840s, particularly around the time of the 1844 presidential election. Many were produced as a response to the scarcity of small change and often featured political messaging or advertisements for local businesses. Rulau's catalog system classifies these tokens, highlighting their significance as a form of currency and their relation to social and political events of the period. Collectors often seek them for their historical value and unique designs reflecting the sentiments of Hard Times.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1844 Ht-802 Henry Clay Ms Other / Varied Hard Times Tokens - Rulau 1844 Unknown