Hard Times Token "May Tenth" (Phoenix Variety) , United States

1837

Obverse

Reverse

Coin Details

Obverse

Description:

Phoenix rising from flames.

Script:

Latin

Lettering:

SUBSTITUTE FOR SHIN PLASTERERS NOV. R 1837

Reverse

Description:

Oak wreath surrounding the words "MAY TENTH 1837."

Script:

Latin

Lettering:

SPECIE PAYMENTS SUSPENDED MAY TENTH 1837

Specifications

Weight11g
Diameter27.9mm
Thickness2mm
CompositionCopper
Orientationmedal
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled
Value1 Penny

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