Token F-185A-2A OH

Coin Details

Auction Record

$341 Genuine 02-21-2017 Heritage Auctions

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 185A-2A from Ohio. The second die combination in copper for the 185A obverse pairs this die with a different reverse than the 1A variety. Ohio's systematic token production created numerous die combinations for each obverse, expanding the variety available to both merchants and collectors. The 185-series tokens document specific commercial enterprises in Ohio during the 1862-1864 token period, preserving business names and locations that serve as primary sources for historians studying mid-nineteenth century American commerce. Regional token collecting focuses on pieces from specific states, cities, or geographic areas, creating specialized knowledge about local commercial history that enriches broader numismatic understanding. Each die combination adds another data point to this rich historical record.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 185A-2A. Copper. Ohio 185-series.

Cross References

PCGS #661857; Fuld 185A-2A OH