U.S. Merchant Tokens (1845-1860)
1860 Robert Lovett, Jr., Philadelphia, PA, Miller PA-354 MS61 NGC. Philadelphia engraver and die sinker Robert Lovett, Jr. was a prominent issuer of store cards. This particular issue features the same hub used to strike Confederate cents and was struck in a variety of metals, including copper, brass (as here), cupronickel, white metal, and silver. Both sides are strongly defined with mixed olive and khaki-gold coloration.
Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
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