(1864) Gilt Civil War Patriotic Token F-128/290, Lincoln and Union

Coin Details

Description

Civil War patriotic token combining Fuld obverse die 128, a portrait of President Abraham Lincoln — tokens bearing his likeness are among the most sought-after Civil War patriotic issues, with reverse die 290 bearing a portrait or inscription referencing President Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln tokens are among the most sought-after Civil War patriotic issues. Lincoln obverse dies are prized by collectors for their direct connection to the wartime president. These tokens served both as emergency currency and as portable political endorsements of the Union cause and its leader. Gilt (gold-plated), a scarce presentation finish for patriotic tokens. Bearing the date 1864. Token production peaked in 1863 when the coin shortage was most acute. Americans began hoarding federal coins following the suspension of specie payments in December 1861, creating the currency vacuum that patriotic tokens filled.

Rarity Notes

Fuld 128/290. Die pairing: obverse 128, reverse 290. Gilt (gold-plated) pieces are scarce presentation finishes. The Fuld rarity scale ranges from R-1 (over 5,000 known) to R-10 (unique); survival depends on the specific die combination, metal, and condition.

Cross References

Fuld 128/290