No Date Token F-LU-E-2d Copper-Nickel PE Wm. Lenour

Coin Details

Description

This undated Civil War era token, cataloged as Fuld LU-E-2d, is a copper-nickel patriotic edition piece bearing the name Wm. Lenour. The "LU" prefix places this in the Fuld catalog's special thematic category for tokens that do not fit standard geographic merchant classifications. William Lenour's identity and business remain somewhat obscure, which is not uncommon for Civil War token issuers — many small merchants and tradesmen who produced tokens during the 1862-1864 coin shortage left little other historical record. The copper-nickel composition and patriotic die pairing follow standard Civil War token conventions. These tokens collectively represent one of the most extensive records of small-business activity in mid-nineteenth century America, preserving the names of thousands of merchants who would otherwise be lost to history.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld LU-E-2d. Copper-nickel patriotic edition. Wm. Lenour. Obscure issuer. Scarce.

Cross References

PCGS #656438; Fuld LU-E-2d; Wm. Lenour