In collectible coins, "Merchant Tokens" refer to non-government issued tokens used by businesses for various purposes, such as currency substitutes or promotional items. The Rulau catalog, a comprehensive reference for collectible tokens, includes various issues, including those from 1876. Merchant tokens often feature unique designs that advertise the business and can hold significant historical and numismatic value, even if their exact minting details are unknown. Collectors value these items for their rarity, historical context, and the stories they represent within American commerce.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
(1876) Phila M-Pa-588b Pa Ms Other / Varied Merchant Tokens - Rulau 1876 Unknown