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Hard Times Token - C. H. Webb / Congress Hall Hotel New York, New York
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1832-1834 |
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| Period | 19th century |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features an all-text design within a beaded border. The circular legend reads CONGRESS HALL around the upper arc and HOTEL along the lower arc, with NEW-YORK flanked by small floral ornaments at either side. The central field bears the proprietor's name C.H. WEBB and the address No 142 BROADWAY in stacked lines. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse is an all-text design enclosed within a beaded border. The circular legend reads ACCOMMODATIONS FOR around the upper arc and PRIVATE FAMILIES along the lower arc. The central field displays MERCHANTS AND TRADERS IN GENERAL in stacked lines within a slightly recessed oval device. |
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