(1876) Brass Token NY-NY 732, Great Union Pacific Tea Co.
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Description
Issued by Great Union Pacific Tea Co. during the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition, this brass token (NY-NY 732) advertises a tea merchant and grocery chain operating from New York City, at 77-81 Courtlandt Street. One of the largest tea distributors in the 1870s United States, using Centennial tokens as advertising premiums. Great Union Pacific Tea predated A&P but operated on a similar wholesale-to-retail model. Multiple varieties suggest tiered distribution with premium brass and common white metal. The brass composition gave this token an attractive golden appearance, distinguishing it from the more commonly encountered white metal and copper versions of this merchant's series. Struck from dies by the Lingg firm, whose central Philadelphia location gave them direct access to the merchants seeking Centennial advertising pieces.
Rarity Notes
Cataloged as NY-NY 732, this brass variety has moderate availability among Centennial token collectors. Well-struck examples with full details are preferred by specialists.
Cross References
NY-NY 732; PCGS #525311
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