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Hard Times Tokens are a type of early American coinage that emerged during the economic turmoil of the 1830s and 1840s, particularly around the time of the 1845 economic downturn. These tokens were often privately minted and used as a form of currency in the absence of reliable U.S. coinage. The Rulau catalog provides a classification system for these tokens, emphasizing their various inscriptions, designs, and denominations. Due to their historical context and scarcity, Hard Times Tokens have become collectible items among numismatists, reflecting both the economic conditions of the era and the creativity of local merchants and communities in addressing currency shortages.

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	Item	Denomination	Series	Year	Mint
	1845 Ht-806 Henry Clay Ms	Other / Varied	Hard Times Tokens - Rulau	1845	Unknown

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