Olevian Numismatic Rarities
1863 Civil War Token // For Public Accommodation - Knickerbocker Currency // NGC Certified MS66BN // Wood Presentation Box
Product Description
Civil war tokens are privately minted tokens distributed during the United States Civil War in response to the scarcity of Government-issued coins. During the War, American citizens hoarded all gold and silver coins and eventually even the copper coins as well. By 1862, federal coinage nearly disappeared from circulation, making it extremely difficult to conduct ordinary business. In response to this crisis, merchants turned to private minters to fill the void left by the widespread hoarding.
Many of the resultant Civil War tokens displayed highly patriotic slogans or images and were decidedly pro-Union. Thousands of varieties exist, making the present-day collection of these interesting relics a challenging and fascinating endeavor.
You will receive the unique token shown in the photos.
Product Details
- Measurements
5"L x 4"W x 1"H
- OriginUnited States
— Type: Civil War Token (1861-1865)
— Composition: Copper alloy
— Diameter: ~19mm
— Obverse: "For Public Accommodation”
— Reverse: “Knickerbocker Currency”
Please Note: You will receive the exact item(s) shown in the photos.
FAQ
Knickerbocker was a term that referred to people or things in Manhattan, New York City, during the 1800s. The particular civil war era token offered here was privately minted by a firm in New York City, and they referred to their tokens as Knickerbocker currency. Tokens such as these were used as alternatives to coins in trade during this period when most federal government issued coinage was being hoarded from circulation.
Shipping Information
-
Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
-
Shipping PolicyDiscounted Shipping
-
Discounted Shipping$15.00 first item / $15.00 each additional
-
Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
-
Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
Size Chart
.