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Approximate Current Value: $1,500
Diameter: 28.10 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
Category: 1835 New York Hard Times Tokens
History, Information, and Value of New York, NY, 5 Berries Within Wreath, 3 Outside, Dash Under Cent Hard Times Token
Value of New York, New York, 5 Berries Within Wreath, 3 Outside, Dash Under Cent Hard Times Token
This Token Came From – Merchants’ Exchange Offices
This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-292.
The obverse text reads “Merchants Exchange Wall St. N. York Built 1827 Burnt 1835” and the reverse text reads “Millions For Defence Not One Cent For Tribute.” The obverse of the token shows the Merchants Exchange, and the reverse has a wreath surrounding the text.
In general, tokens can be very hard to identify. The minting process was very inconsistent, so there were often several varieties of one coin. If you own a Hard Times Medal and are unable to identify which one you might own, please contact one of our experts for assistance. We are rare token experts and have the knowledge and understanding needed to give you a good estimate on what your token is worth.