coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Other / Varied \ Merchant Tokens - Rulau \ 1851
Collectible coins include a wide variety of types, each with unique historical significance and value. In the United States, coins can range from federal issues like the penny, nickel, dime, quarter, and dollar coins to state quarters and commemorative pieces. Merchant tokens, such as those cataloged by Rulau, represent a specific category of collectibles that circulated as substitutes for coins in the 19th and early 20th centuries, often issued by local businesses. The year 1851 is notable as it marks the issuance of various tokens that reflect the economic and social dynamics of that era. Collectors are drawn to these items for their historical context, rarity, and artistic designs.
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(1851-53) N. Orleans M-La-14b, Reeded Edge La Ms | Other / Varied | Merchant Tokens - Rulau | 1851 | Unknown |