No Date Token TC-305898 Brass 23mm Cheechako Tavern AK

Coin Details

Description

This undated brass trade token, cataloged as TC-305898, is a 23mm piece issued by the Cheechako Tavern of Alaska. This is a die variant of the other known Cheechako Tavern token (TC-145739, PCGS #937219), differing in specific die characteristics while sharing the same establishment name and general format. The Cheechako Tavern used the Chinook Jargon word for "newcomer" as its branding, evoking the Gold Rush heritage that defines so much of Alaska's cultural identity. Having two die varieties indicates the tavern ordered tokens on at least two separate occasions or from different suppliers. Token die sinkers developed specialized skills in miniature design and metalworking that paralleled the capabilities of government mint engravers, though working with smaller budgets and less sophisticated equipment. Alaska tavern tokens are among the most collected trade tokens in American numismatics, combining frontier appeal with genuine rarity due to Alaska's small population and remote location.

Rarity Notes

Alaska trade token, TC-305898. Brass 23mm. Cheechako Tavern, AK. Die variant of TC-145739. Scarce.

Cross References

PCGS #937220; TC-305898; Cheechako Tavern, AK