1863 Token F-119/199b GW-638 Brass Washington-Shield & Ribbon

Coin Details

Auction Record

$780 MS66 11-18-2019 Stack's Bowers

Description

The 1863 Civil War patriotic token F-119/199b (GW-638) in brass features a Washington-and-shield obverse (die 119) paired with the ribbon-eagle reverse (die 199). The shield element adds Union symbolism to Washington's portrait, as the shield was a widely recognized emblem of the federal government during the Civil War. Die 119 represents one of the more elaborate Washington portrait dies in the Civil War token series, combining the presidential portrait with heraldic elements. The shield motif appeared on numerous Union symbols during the war, and its pairing with Washington's portrait created a powerful visual statement of loyalty to the republic. The brass composition and die combination F-119/199b make this a distinct collectible variety. Civil War token collectors typically organize their collections by die numbers, pursuing specific combinations across all available compositions.

Rarity Notes

Fuld 119/199b in brass. Washington-shield obverse variety. Brass is the less common composition.

Cross References

Fuld 119/199b; Musante-Baker GW-638; PCGS #785158