(1876) Copper Token Pa-Ph 221, Lingg & Bro.

Coin Details

Description

Struck in copper, this token (Pa-Ph 221) was issued by Lingg & Bro. to advertise their own die sinking and token manufacturing services during the 1876 Centennial. Operating from their Philadelphia shop at 36 North 8th Street, the firm produced the largest body of Centennial merchant advertising tokens, cutting dies for nearly every participating merchant. The Lingg self-advertising series spans Pa-Ph 220-245 and represents the firm's own promotional efforts alongside their commercial work. The copper composition provides a distinctive warm reddish color that develops an attractive brown patina over time. Copper Centennial tokens survive in moderate quantities. Lingg produced tokens in white metal, copper, brass, and bronze. These tokens functioned simultaneously as merchant advertising and personal keepsakes, allowing Exposition visitors to carry home a tangible reminder of both their visit and the issuing business.

Rarity Notes

Cataloged as Pa-Ph 221, this copper Lingg self-promotional token is moderately available. The Lingg advertising series has a dedicated following among Centennial token specialists.

Cross References

Pa-Ph 221; PCGS #669870