Civil War Token - Washington (F-117/420) , United States
1863
Obverse
Reverse
Coin Details
Obverse
Description:
Displays an uncloaked Washington facing right (to an observer) with two crossed flags behind him. There are 13 stars lining the edge of the coin, but due to a poor die, the stars on the right side of the coin may be light.
Lettering:
1863
Reverse
Description:
A wreath made up of an olive branch on the left and an oak branch on the right. At the bottom middle is a military trophy with a drum over it as well as crossed cannons and rifles.
Lettering:
EXCHANGE
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Year1863
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