Hard Times Token — “Not One Cent for Tribute” — 1837 — HT-51
A historically significant 1837 Hard Times Token, cataloged as HT-51, featuring the well-known political motto “NOT ONE CENT FOR TRIBUTE.” This issue was produced during the economic and political unrest of the late 1830s, a period when privately issued tokens served both as political statements and as practical substitutes for scarce circulating coinage.
The “Not One Cent for Tribute” theme reflects the intense political debates of the era, particularly surrounding federal financial policies, tariffs, and opposition to perceived economic privilege. Hard Times Tokens provide a fascinating glimpse into the public sentiment and commercial environment of Jacksonian America.
Date: 1837
Reference: HT-51
Series: Hard Times Tokens (1832–1844)
Type: Political Token / Early American Exonumia
A desirable piece for collectors specializing in Hard Times Tokens, political tokens, early American copper, and 19th-century U.S. history. The HT-51 variety is a notable example of the intersection between numismatics and political expression during the pre-Civil War era.
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