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1852–1865 Vanishing Coins of the Civil War 6-pc Set G–VF
Item #
222159
Out of Stock
Vanishing Coins of the Civil War
When the American Civil War broke out in 1861, citizens feared the worst and began hoarding their coins. Circulating coinage virtually disappeared — but thanks to some expert detective work, we’ve recovered some of the Vanishing Coins of the Civil War for this exciting set. Here’s what you’ll receive:
- Indian Head Cent
- Two-Cent Coin
- Three Cent Nickel
- Seated Liberty Half Dime
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- One Cent Civil War Token struck for local circulation by merchants during the shortage.
Dates vary between 1852 and 1865. In addition, you’ll also receive replica photos of Confederate General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson and President Abraham Lincoln, a copy of the Gettysburg Address, a genuine Confederate Bond, and a Cleveland & Toledo Railroad Stock Certificate. All these extras turn this set into a full-blown Civil War collection!
| Availability | Out of Stock |
|---|---|
| Year of Issue | 1865 |
| Country | United States |
| Composition | Silver, Copper |
| Purity | N/A, 0.9000 |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Grade | VF |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 0.01, 0.02, 0.05, Varies |
| Currency Type | Dollar |
| Coin Weight | 31.07 Grams - g |
| Dimensions | Various |
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Coins of the Civil War
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