Cent - Hard Times Mechant Token - Henderson and Lossing (Poughkeepsie, NY) ND (1833) front Cent - Hard Times Mechant Token - Henderson and Lossing (Poughkeepsie, NY) ND (1833) back
Cent - Hard Times Mechant Token - Henderson and Lossing (Poughkeepsie, NY) ND (1833) photo
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Cent - Hard Times Mechant Token - Henderson and Lossing Poughkeepsie, NY ND

1833 year
Copper - 19 mm
Description
Location
United States
Type
Medals › Advertising medallions
Year
1833
Value
1 Cent (0.01)
Currency
Hard Times Tokens
Composition
Copper
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-12
References
Numista
N#121321
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Henderson & Lossing's lines of business, including clock- and watch-making, "jewellery," "silver & plated ware," "cutlery &c."

Script: Latin

Comment

Rare Henderson & Lossing HT-344 Token, XF45, 10 Known

(1833) Henderson & Lossing, HT-344, R.7, Poughkeepsie, NY, Copper, 19mm. This rare token features a Washington head facing right surrounded by an oak wreath. The reverse promotes Henderson & Lossing's lines of business, including clock- and watch-making, "jewellery," "silver & plated ware," "cutlery &c." Only about 10 pieces are known of this rare variety.