(c.1860) Token Sage's Historical No. 7 Copper William H. Chesley

Coin Details

Description

Sage's Historical token number 7 in copper features William H. Chesley, another member of the New York numismatic fraternity during the Civil War era. Chesley was among the collectors and dealers who regularly attended the informal numismatic gatherings and auctions held in lower Manhattan during the 1850s and 1860s. These meetings helped establish the social and commercial networks that would eventually formalize into numismatic clubs and professional organizations. Charles Sage's decision to immortalize his fellow collectors on tokens alongside Revolutionary War landmarks and historical figures speaks to the camaraderie and mutual respect within this pioneering generation of American numismatists. The copper composition is standard for the series, and this token saw limited distribution primarily among Sage's numismatic associates.

Rarity Notes

Copper striking. Collector portrait tokens document the early American numismatic community.

Cross References

PCGS #803545; Sage's Historical Token No. 7, Cu, William H. Chesley