Collector coins include various types such as national currency, commemorative issues, and tokens. In the United States, collectible coins encompass coins produced for circulation, as well as special editions like those minted for collectors and investors. Merchant tokens, such as those cataloged by Rulau, were used historically by businesses to promote trade and customer loyalty, serving as a medium of exchange in specific locales. The year 1846 marks a period when many tokens were struck, often featuring local businesses and symbols significant to their region.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1846 Chicago M-Ill-8m Il Ms Other / Varied Merchant Tokens - Rulau 1846 Unknown