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Hard Times Token - Van Buren / Webster Ship token 1837
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1837 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Reverse description | Central device depicts a large three-masted sailing ship under full sail on calm seas, conveying stability and prosperity as a counterpoint to the obverse. The circular legend around the beaded border reads WEBSTER CREDIT CURRENCY 1841 CURRENT, alluding to Daniel Webster's advocacy for sound credit and currency reform. |
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| Reverse lettering | WEBSTER CREDIT CURRENCY 1841 CURRENT |
| Mint | Scovill Manufacturing Company, Waterbury (Connecticut), United States (1802-date) |
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