1970 Token Freedom America Nickel-Brass 34mm

Coin Details

Description

This 1970 nickel-brass "Freedom America" token at 34mm diameter is the premium base-metal variety in the patriotic series. Nickel-brass — an alloy combining copper, zinc, and nickel — produces a silvery-gold appearance that is more visually striking than plain brass and more durable than aluminum. This composition was the most expensive of the three versions, appealing to collectors who wanted the finest available base-metal version. The 1970 Freedom America series documents a specific moment in American patriotic expression when traditional patriotic sentiments were being both embraced and challenged during one of the most turbulent periods in modern American history. American tokens document the intersection of commerce and material culture, serving as tangible evidence of business practices, economic conditions, and social relationships that conventional historical sources may overlook. Collecting all three metal varieties as a set provides a complete representation of this patriotic token series.

Rarity Notes

Nickel-brass 34mm patriotic token. Premium base metal in the three-metal set. The lowest mintage of the three.

Cross References

PCGS #928792; 1970 Freedom America Token, Nickel-Brass