1864 Token Rulau MV-602 Brass Lincoln 64/America

Coin Details

Description

Civil War-era patriotic token featuring Abraham Lincoln, cataloged as Rulau MV-602. Lincoln tokens are among the most sought-after Civil War patriotic issues, his image serving as both political endorsement and patriotic rallying symbol during the wartime coin shortage. Struck in brass, a less common composition that gave the token a distinctive golden color distinguishing it from the copper standard. Over 25 million patriotic tokens were produced before Congress banned private coinage in April 1864. Civil War tokens circulated as emergency currency from 1862 to 1864, filling the gap created when wartime hoarding drained federal coinage from commerce. An estimated 25 million or more were produced before Congress banned private token issuance in April 1864. Collectors prize these tokens for their historical significance, artistic variety, and connection to one of the most turbulent periods in American history.

Rarity Notes

Rulau MV-602. Brass strikes are less common than copper. The Fuld rarity scale ranges from R-1 (over 5,000 known) to R-10 (unique).

Cross References

Rulau MV-602