(1861-65) Civil War Store Card F-NC-OH-2a, Albert Ross

Coin Details

Description

Civil War store card issued by Albert Ross of Non-Contemporary. This piece is classified as a non-contemporary Civil War token, meaning it was produced after the Civil War era, typically as a restrike, copy, or collector-oriented reproduction of original Civil War store card designs. Non-contemporary pieces were produced after the Civil War era as restrikes, copies, or collector-oriented reproductions. They document continued numismatic interest in Civil War tokens but lack the historical immediacy of wartime originals. The Civil War token series provides one of the most comprehensive records of mid-nineteenth century American retail commerce, documenting businesses that left few other historical traces. The condition and metal type of Civil War store cards significantly affect their collectibility, with original surfaces and scarcer alloys commanding the strongest collector interest.

Rarity Notes

Copper strikings are generally the most common metal variant for Civil War store cards, as copper was the standard planchet material mimicking the federal cent. With 1 cataloged varieties, Albert Ross was a limited producer of Civil War tokens.

Cross References

Fuld NC-OH-2a