Token F-560B-1A MI

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 560B-1A from Michigan. The "B" die variant within the 560-series indicates a second obverse die distinct from the 560A version. The first die combination in copper is the primary production version. Michigan's multiple die variants within the 560-series reflect the breadth of the state's wartime commercial economy, with multiple merchants or designs associated with this die number range. The die combinations recorded in token catalogs document the production decisions of individual merchants and manufacturers, creating a record of commercial activity at the local level that complements broader economic histories. The educational value of American tokens extends beyond numismatics into economic history, advertising studies, transportation history, and material culture analysis, making these pieces attractive to researchers with diverse scholarly interests. Each variant adds depth to the documentation of Michigan's participation in the Civil War token phenomenon.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 560B-1A. Copper. Michigan 560B die series.

Cross References

PCGS #942386; Fuld 560B-1A MI