No Date Token F-557A-5a Copper RE John Frank OH

Coin Details

Description

This undated copper Civil War store card cataloged as Fuld 557A-5a features a reverse die (RE) issued by John Frank of Ohio. This is a different die combination and metal from the copper-nickel Fuld 557A-3d variety, demonstrating that John Frank's tokens were produced in multiple dies and metals. The copper "5a" combination represents a distinct collectible variety. Frank's issuance of tokens in both copper and copper-nickel indicates he was an active participant in the emergency currency system, producing enough pieces to warrant variety in both die selection and metal composition. Collectors who specialize in Civil War tokens by issuer seek all known die and metal combinations for each merchant, making Frank's multiple issues a collecting challenge. The copper composition of this variety matches the most common Civil War token metal.

Rarity Notes

Copper Civil War store card. Fuld 557A-5a. John Frank, Ohio. Different die/metal combination from the 3d variety.

Cross References

PCGS #629454; Fuld 557A-5a; John Frank, OH