Hard Times Token – Andrew Jackson, “Roman Firmness,” 1834–1837 – HT-70
A classic example of an American Hard Times Token from the Jacksonian era, this piece features a portrait of Andrew Jackson on the obverse with the inscription “ROMAN FIRMNESS.” The reverse depicts a symbolic design associated with the political and economic tensions of the period.
Cataloged as HT-70, this token was issued during the Hard Times era of 1834–1837, a period marked by significant political controversy and economic uncertainty in the United States. Hard Times Tokens are widely collected for their historical connection to the Jackson administration and their importance as early American political and merchant-issued tokens.
Attribution: Andrew Jackson, Roman Firmness
Date: 1834–1837
Catalog: HT-70
Type: Hard Times Token
Country: United States
Era: Jacksonian / Hard Times period
A desirable piece for collectors of Hard Times Tokens, early American political tokens, Andrew Jackson memorabilia, and 19th-century U.S. exonumia.