Cleveland, OH, Rings in Bird Beak, Hard Times

Approximate Current Value: $4,000

Diameter: 28.20 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
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History, Information, and Value of Cleveland, OH, Rings in Beak, 2 Arrows, One Pointing Right, One Left Hard Times Token

Value of Cleveland, Ohio, Rings in Beak, 2 Arrows, One Pointing Right, One Left Hard Times Token

This Token Came From – A. Loomis Groceries and Liquor Store

This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-377.

The obverse text reads “A Loomis Cleveland” and the reverse text reads “Dealer In Groceries Liquors Wines & C. No. 34 Merwin. St 1843.” The obverse of the token shows an eagle holding three rings in its mouth, and the reverse is made up of text.

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