New York, NY, Rope Makers Die 2 Hard Times Tokens
Approximate Current Value: $200
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
I Own 1836 New York Hard Times Tokens
History, Information, and Value of New York, NY, Rope Makers Die 2 Hard Times Token
Value of New York, New York, Rope Makers Die 2 Hard Times Token
This Token Came From – Squire & Merritt Ship Chandlers Store
This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-321.
The obverse text reads “Squire & Merritt Ship Chandlers and Rope Makers South Stt. New-York” and the reverse text reads “Importers of Chain Cables Nails Spikes Naval Stores Dealers in Anchors Oils Paints Glass & C.” The obverse and reverse of the token both are filled with several lines of text.
In general, tokens can be very hard to identify. The minting process was very inconsistent, so there were often several varieties of one coin. If you own a Hard Times Medal and are unable to identify which one you might own, please contact one of our experts for assistance. We are rare token experts and have the knowledge and understanding needed to give you a good estimate on what your token is worth.
