1868 Token DeWitt USG-1868-39 Silver General U.S. Grant Campaign

Coin Details

Description

This silver campaign token for General U.S. Grant from the 1868 election is cataloged as DeWitt USG-1868-39. The silver composition makes this among the most prestigious Grant campaign pieces, reserved for wealthy supporters or produced as presentation items for party leaders. Silver campaign tokens from the 1868 election are consistently scarce, as the material cost limited production to small quantities. Grant's 1868 candidacy was essentially irresistible — as the victorious Union general, he commanded the loyalty of millions of veterans and their families, and his laconic personal style was interpreted as modest strength rather than intellectual limitation. His famous two-word reaction to learning of his nomination — "Let us" — exemplified the understated demeanor that contrasted favorably with the bombastic political rhetoric of the era. This silver token documents the premium tier of Grant campaign material, representing both the candidate's political stature and the resources available to the Republican Party during the postwar boom. The DeWitt USG-1868-39 high catalog number indicates this variety was either a later discovery or limited production.

Rarity Notes

Silver campaign token from 1868. DeWitt USG-1868-39. Rare silver composition. Premium campaign piece. Silver Grant 1868 tokens are highly sought after.

Cross References

PCGS #600458; DeWitt USG-1868-39; 1868 Presidential Election; U.S. Grant; silver