Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union
United States · 1863 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1863 |
| Denomination | 1 Cent |
| Composition | Copper |
| Gross weight | — |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | George J. Glaubrecht |
| Type | Merchant tokens |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Bust of Washington right 13 stars Date below
Reverse
4 flags behind shield below wreath surrounding palm branch left, oak branch right
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of copper. 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 Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union made of silver or gold?
No — the Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union is copper, 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 Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union minted?
The Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union was issued 1863.
Who designed the Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union?
The Civil War Token - Glaubrecht's Washington / Union was designed by George J. Glaubrecht.
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