1890 Willoughby, Hill & Co. Clothing Store Token — Chicago
Scarce and historically interesting 1890 Willoughby, Hill & Co. clothing store token from Chicago, Illinois.
This vintage merchant token was issued by Willoughby, Hill & Co., a Chicago clothing retailer, and dates to approximately 1890. These privately issued store tokens were used by merchants as advertising pieces, trade incentives, or small-denomination store credit and provide an interesting glimpse into Chicago's commercial history during the late 19th century.
Item Details:
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Date: c. 1890
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Merchant: Willoughby, Hill & Co.
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Business: Clothing Store
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Type: Merchant / Store Token
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Era: Late 19th Century
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Historical Interest: Chicago trade, advertising, and merchant tokens
A great addition to a collection of Chicago exonumia, merchant tokens, trade tokens, advertising tokens, or 19th-century American tokens.
Please examine the photographs carefully for the token's condition, surfaces, patina, lettering, and overall appearance. An excellent piece for the collector interested in Chicago history and early American commercial tokens.
