1863 New York Civil War Token – Frederick Rollwagen Jr. – F-630BI-1a – NGC MS63 BN
Beautiful 1863 New York Civil War merchant token issued for Frederick Rollwagen Jr.
Civil War tokens were privately issued during the American Civil War when regular U.S. coins became scarce. Merchants produced these tokens for advertising and everyday commerce, making them an important part of American history and exonumia.
This token was issued for Frederick Rollwagen Jr. in New York. It is a great example of a New York merchant token from the Civil War era.
The token is graded NGC MS63 BN, indicating a Mint State example with attractive brown coloration.
Coin Details:
Country: United States
Location: New York
Year: 1863
Issuer: Frederick Rollwagen Jr.
Variety: F-630BI-1a
Grade: NGC MS63 BN
NGC Population in MS63 BN: 26
NGC Population Higher: 31
Only 31 examples are recorded in higher grades, making this a desirable certified example for collectors of Civil War tokens, New York history, and American exonumia.
A fascinating piece of American history and a wonderful addition to any Civil War token collection.
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