Token F-500B-1A IL

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 500B-1A from Illinois. The 500-series represents a milestone die number in the Illinois section of the Fuld catalog. The "B" die variant and first die combination in copper document a specific Illinois variety. Illinois's 500-series tokens mark the midpoint of the state's die number range, reflecting the substantial breadth of Illinois's contribution to Civil War token production. 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. Chicago's commercial importance and its position as a railroad hub connecting the Eastern states to the Western frontier made it a natural center for token distribution throughout the Midwest.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 500B-1A. Copper. Illinois 500-series.

Cross References

PCGS #646655; Fuld 500B-1A IL