Token F-630BV-3A NY

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 630BV-3A from New York. The third die combination in the prolific 630BV series represents an early pairing from this productive obverse die that eventually generated at least thirty combinations. The copper composition is standard. Private token production in America has served multiple functions throughout history, from providing small change during periods of coin shortage to advertising businesses and facilitating commercial transactions. 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. New York's 630BV obverse die series, with its dozens of documented combinations, exemplifies the extraordinary productivity of New York City's Civil War token manufacturers and the collector demand that drove the creation of ever more varieties.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 630BV-3A. Copper. New York 630BV die series.

Cross References

PCGS #963684; Fuld 630BV-3A NY