Chelsea, Vermont, Metal Compass Hard Times Tokens
Approximate Current Value: $1,000
Diameter: 28.50 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
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History, Information, and Value of Chelsea, VT, Metal Compass Hard Times Token
Value of Chelsea, Vermont, Metal Compass Hard Times Token
This Token Came From – Gustin & Blake Metal Workers Store
This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-433.
The obverse text reads “Gustin & Blake Tin Copper & Sheet Iron Workers Chelsea V.T.” and the reverse text reads “Stoves & Tin-Ware.” The obverse of the token shows five lines of text, and the reverse has a kettle in the center with text and surrounding stars.
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