1863 Token F-177/177a GW-641 Copper Equestrian-Union For Ever

Coin Details

Description

The 1863 Civil War patriotic token F-177/177a (GW-641) in copper features an equestrian Washington obverse paired with a muled reverse — both dies 177 sharing the same equestrian design, creating Washington on horseback on both sides. Muled tokens, where two identical dies are paired together, are a recognized category in Civil War token collecting. The double-equestrian muling is particularly notable because it creates a visually striking piece with mounted Washington figures on both faces. Whether this was an accident of production or an intentional novelty, the result is a distinctive collectible. Copper is the standard composition. Mule tokens are actively collected as a subcategory within the Civil War token field, and examples featuring the equestrian Washington portrait are especially sought after.

Rarity Notes

Fuld 177/177a in copper. Mule token with equestrian obverse on both sides.

Cross References

Fuld 177/177a; Musante-Baker GW-641; PCGS #785162