Post-Civil War Trade Token: Hyman, N.J. (Nathan), Importer of Watches & Fine Jewelry, San Francisco, California

Post-Civil War trade token issued by Nathan Hyman, an importer of watches and fine jewelry in San Francisco, California. The token's obverse reads "HYMAN, N.J. (NATHAN)..., IMPORTER of WATCHES & FINE JEWLLERY...FRENCH, ENGLISH, JAPANESE & CHINESE; FANCY GOODS...205 KEARNY STREET." The reverse reads "SOLE AGENT FOR HYMAN'S ENGLISH BLACK GARNET JEWELERY...WHOLESALE & RETAIL...205 KEARNY STREET." The token dates to circa 1876. Additional biographical information notes that Hyman was a clerk for Joseph Brothers in 1860-61 and a salesman in 1867. His first store, opened in 1875, was located at the corner of Montgomery and Pine Streets. Information compiled from Rulau, 1997, Ca.SF.42.

Associated People/Businesses

• HYMAN, N.J. (NATHAN)

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

• Jewelry trade
• Retail trade

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box, 14, Folder 15