Lot 992
1837 1¢ New York, Feuchtwanger Composition Cent. ICG VF20. ICG graded Very Fine. HT-268-3E. A problem-free mid-grade piece of this popular token issue that was suggested by Dr. Feuchtwanger as a substitute for the copper cents then in circulation. They were a variety of German silver consisting of nickel, copper, and some zinc. They circulated freely during the coin shortage of 1836-44.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
The Samuel J. Berngard Collection.
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