Civil War Token - Washington , United States
1863
Obverse
Reverse
Coin Details
Obverse
Description:
Issued during civil war to circulate as a cent by Union supporters. Image of Washington statue from Union Square NYC.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
FIRST IN WAR, FIRST IN PEACE 1863
Reverse
Description:
Legend inside open wreath with shield below. Palm on left oak on right.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNION FOR EVER
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