New York, NY, Vices Misspelled Hard Times Tokens
Approximate Current Value: $175
Diameter: 28.50 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
I Own 1833 New York Hard Times Tokens
History, Information, and Value of New York, NY, Vices Misspelled Hard Times Token
Value of New York, New York, Vices Misspelled Hard Times Token
This Token Came From – Leverett & Thomas Hardware and Cutlery Store
This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-287.
The obverse text reads “Leverett & Thomas. No. 235. Pearl St. New York. Importers of Anvils. Vices. Circular Saws. London Emery. Cast Steel. & C.” and the reverse text reads “Hardware. Cutlery Goods. & Saddlery Ware Imported By Leverett & Thomas No. 235 Pearl Street New York.” The obverse and reverse of the token have a good bit of text filling their fields.
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