Subject: Post-Civil War Era

Billhead of V. Meyer & Co., Fayette, Mississippi, circa 1865. The billhead was originally printed for M. Eiseman, but the name was crossed out and replaced with "V. Meyer & Co." It is signed by S. Lehmann for V. Meyer & Co. and includes a revenue stamp. The billhead reflects commercial activity in Fayette, Mississippi during the post-Civil War era.

Post-Civil War trade token issued by B. & L. Wertheim, cigar manufacturers in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the token features the inscription "B. & L. WERTHEIM..S.R." around the side, with a "W" in the center. The back is blank. A dealer researching this token dates its use between 1890 and 1891.

Half-cent token issued by Goldblatt Bros. in Chicago in 1914. The token is redeemable in cash. Research has been conducted on this token's history. The token likely dates from the post-Civil War era, suggesting its use as a form of informal currency during a period of economic transition.

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.

This item is a post-Civil War trade token issued by Pfaelzer Bros. Wholesale Jewelry, located at 421 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The obverse features the inscription "PFAELZER BROS. WHOLESALE JEWELERY, 421 MARKET ST., PHILADA." The reverse depicts a Liberty Bell and the inscription "U.S. TOKENS 1700.1900". The token's description notes a discrepancy with the listing in Rulau's book "U.S. Tokens 1700-1900", specifically mentioning a "B" instead of a "C" on the obverse. The name Pfaelzer Bros. is listed in the Philadelphia Jewish Hospital Association records. The token dates from the period between 1876 and 1900.

A post-Civil War trade token featuring advertising for both S. Abraham Co. and The Brunswick Balke Collender Co. The front displays "S. ABRAHAM CO.", while the back advertises "THE BRUNSWICK BALKE COLLENDER CO." and depicts a pool table. The token's provenance includes an 1883 Bradstreet source, and a note referencing Norman Peterson and NATCA Mavericks (July '99). The token is dated circa 1890.

Post-Civil War trade token issued by Weinberg's, located at 1334 East 18th Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the token reads "WEINBERG'S 1334 EAST 18TH STREET...BOTTLE CHECK..K.C., MO..." and the back reads "GOOD FOR 2 1/2 IN TRADE". The token dates from approximately 1890 based on the dateC value provided.

Brass trade token from Seattle, Washington, circa 1885. The token features the inscription "WISEMAN...Seattle, Washington...5 CENTS" and the address "4334 UNIVERSITY WAY". This token is indicative of the post-Civil War era, when privately issued tokens were used as a form of currency due to a shortage of government-issued coinage. The token's design and inscription provide insights into the commercial activity and business practices in Seattle during this period. It's part of the larger phenomenon of privately issued currency during economic instability.

Trade token advertising Sam Goldstein's business in Reno, Nevada. The token is marked 'GF 12 1/2c' and dates to circa 1885. It is a post-Civil War token.