Token F-960A-9A MI

Coin Details

Description

This Civil War token is cataloged as Fuld 960A-9A from Michigan. The ninth die combination represents the highest documented pairing in the 960A series, making this die one of the most productive in Michigan's entire Civil War token catalog. Nine different reverse die pairings is exceptional for any state outside of Ohio and New York. 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 survival of American tokens across multiple centuries provides material culture evidence that complements documentary sources, offering physical artifacts of commercial relationships that paper records may not adequately capture. Modern token production continues the American tradition of private metallic pieces for commercial and commemorative purposes, with contemporary technology enabling designs of greater complexity and precision. The copper composition is standard.

Rarity Notes

Civil War token, Fuld 960A-9A. Copper. Michigan 960-series. Highest combination in prolific series.

Cross References

PCGS #945065; Fuld 960A-9A MI