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Subject: Hales Corners (Wis.)

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Civil War Store Token: J. Siegel, Dry Goods & Groceries, Hales Corner, WisconsinCivil War Store Token: J. Siegel, Dry Goods & Groceries, Hales Corner, Wisconsin

Civil War-era store token issued by J. Siegel's Dry Goods & Groceries in Hales Corner, Wisconsin. The token's front depicts an eagle and the year 1863. The reverse side displays the business name, location, and a designation 'WISC. 270A.1A'. The token's existence suggests the economic activity and challenges during the Civil War, reflecting the use of privately issued tokens due to the scarcity of official currency.

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