Hard Times Token – Merchant’s Exchange, New York – HT-293
A classic Hard Times Token featuring the Merchant’s Exchange of New York, cataloged as HT-293. Dating to the 1830s, this token is an interesting example of the commercial and business-related pieces issued during the Hard Times era.
The Merchant’s Exchange was closely associated with New York City’s thriving commercial community during the early 19th century. Tokens connected with the Exchange provide a fascinating look at the financial and mercantile world of the period and are collected as important examples of early American exonumia.
Subject: Merchant’s Exchange
Location: New York, New York
Catalog: HT-293
Type: Hard Times Token
Period: 1830s
Category: American Exonumia / Merchant Token
A desirable addition to collections of Hard Times Tokens, New York tokens, merchant tokens, and early American commercial history.
