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Civil War Dog Tag Token - Cranman S. Williams 23rd Pennsylvania Volunteers ND
| Pewter | - | - |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Type | › Tokens |
| Years | 1861-1865 |
| Currency | Civil War Tokens |
| Composition | Pewter |
| Shape | Round with a loop |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#120962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: War of 1861 Engaged in the Abiove Battles, Yorktown/ Williamsburg/ Fair Oaks/ 7 Days Before Richmond/ Chantilla (sic)/ Fredericksburg
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Civil War "Dog Tag" of Cranman S. Williams, 23d Penna. Vols, Birney's Zouaves. 1 3/16" diameter with individually dies stamped letters on the front, "Sergt. C. S. Williams Co. D 23d Reg. P. V. Phil. Pa." and on the reverse "War of 1861 Engaged in the Abiove Battles, "Yorktown/ Williamsburg/ Fair Oaks/ 7 Days Before Richmond/ Chantilla (sic)/ Fredericksburg". Perfect untouched condition with small silver/loop swivel for suspension. Williams initially enlisted in the 18th Penna. on April 24, 1861 and was mustered out Aug. 7. He then enlisted in the 23d on August 21 and mustered out Sept. 8, 1864, being promoted to Sgt. July 15, 1862. Her served with the regt. at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Cold Harbor and Petersburg, in addition to the battles listed. Accompanied by a complete set of records. Great unit.
