Token F-920A-1A MI

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 920A-1A from Michigan. The 920-series in Michigan documents another die design near the top of the state's catalog. The first die combination in copper is the standard version. The variety of metal compositions used in American token production — copper, brass, bronze, nickel, aluminum, white metal, and various alloys — reflects the practical considerations of cost, appearance, and durability that guided manufacturers. 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. 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. Michigan's 920-series tokens represent the state's near-complete coverage of the Fuld numbering system.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 920A-1A. Copper. Michigan 920-series.

Cross References

PCGS #945028; Fuld 920A-1A MI