Token F-495-1A MI

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 495-1A from Michigan. The 495-series without a letter suffix may indicate a unique obverse die within this number group, or it may represent the first die where no sub-series lettering was needed. The first die combination in copper is the primary production version. Michigan's 495-series tokens contribute to a catalog that collectively documents the state's commercial activity during the Civil War era, when Detroit and other Michigan cities served as vital transportation and manufacturing centers for the Union war effort. Token collecting represents one of the most diverse and accessible areas within American numismatics, with pieces available across a wide price range and covering virtually every aspect of commercial and social life. Conservation of tokens requires careful attention to the specific metal compositions and surface treatments used by different manufacturers, as inappropriate cleaning or storage can permanently damage numismatic value.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 495-1A. Copper. Michigan 495-series.

Cross References

PCGS #944521; Fuld 495-1A MI