12½ Cents - Hard Times Merchant Token - R. E. Russell
United States · 1837 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1837 |
| Denomination | 12½ Cents |
| Composition | Nickel silver |
| Gross weight | — |
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About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of nickel silver. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 12½ Cents - Hard Times Merchant Token - R. E. Russell made of silver or gold?
No — the 12½ Cents - Hard Times Merchant Token - R. E. Russell is nickel silver, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 12½ Cents - Hard Times Merchant Token - R. E. Russell minted?
The 12½ Cents - Hard Times Merchant Token - R. E. Russell was issued 1837.
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