(1861) Copper Civil War Sutler Token S-1-25C, J.J. Benson

Coin Details

Description

Civil War sutler token issued by J.J. Benson, sutler to the 1st Mounted Rifles, New York. This 25-cent copper token served as camp currency, redeemable for goods at the sutler's field store. Sutler to the 1st Mounted Rifles. Issued tokens in multiple denominations. The Mounted Rifles served primarily in the Eastern Theater of operations. Operated as mobile infantry capable of fighting mounted or dismounted. Dated 1861, from the first year of the Civil War when the sutler token system was still being established. The CWTS estimates 4,000 to 6,000 sutler tokens survive of all varieties. Federal regulations required sutlers to operate under the supervision of the regimental council of administration, which set price limits and could dismiss sutlers for overcharging.

Rarity Notes

Schenkman S-1-25C. The CWTS estimates 4,000 to 6,000 sutler tokens survive of all varieties.

Cross References

Schenkman S-1-25C