Pre-Civil War Trade Token: Kohn, Daron & Co., New Orleans, Louisiana


Pre-Civil War trade token issued by Kohn, Daron & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the token reads "GOOD FOR ONE LOAD." This rare merchant token is considered significant, with an example selling for $797.50 in a PCAC June 1991 sale. It's noted as the earliest known American Jewish trade token. Date: circa 1845.


Associated People/Businesses

  • KOHN

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Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 10