Hard Times Token – “Not One Cent for Tribute” – 1837 – HT-48
A classic Hard Times Token dated 1837, featuring the well-known political slogan “NOT ONE CENT FOR TRIBUTE.” Cataloged as HT-48, this token is an interesting example of the political commentary that made the Hard Times series an important part of American exonumia.
Tokens of this era frequently expressed contemporary views on banking, currency, government policy, and economic affairs. The bold “Not One Cent for Tribute” inscription reflects the strongly worded political messages that circulated during the Jacksonian period.
Legend: “NOT ONE CENT FOR TRIBUTE”
Date: 1837
Catalog: HT-48
Type: Hard Times Token
Period: Hard Times era
Category: Political Token / American Exonumia
A historically interesting addition to collections of Hard Times Tokens, political tokens, Jacksonian-era exonumia, monetary history, and early American tokens.
