(1861) Copper Civil War Sutler Token S-1-25C, P. Hoddy & Co.-John Stanton

Coin Details

Description

Civil War sutler token issued by P. Hoddy & Co.. This 25-cent copper token served as camp currency, redeemable for goods at the sutler's field store. Sutler firm whose tokens were manufactured by John Stanton of Cincinnati. P. Hoddy & Co. issued copper tokens in 25-cent denominations. The partnership format suggests a commercial operation supplying goods to soldiers in the field. Dies were cut by John Stanton of Cincinnati, Ohio. 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. The War Department imposed price controls on sutlers through the regimental council system, giving soldiers a formal mechanism to challenge excessive charges.

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