Civil War-Era Store Token: Joseph Fishbein, Groceries, Provisions & Dry Goods, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


Civil War-era store token issued by Joseph Fishbein. The front of the token reads "GROCERIES, PROVISIONS & DRY GOODS." The back of the token lists "JOSEPH FISHBEIN," "315 WEST WATER STREET," "Milwaukee, Wisconsin." The token was likely circulated during the American Civil War (1861-1865), as indicated by the date 1/1/1863. The token's inscription provides details about Fishbein's business and location in Milwaukee.


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  • FISHBEIN, JOSEPH

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