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New York, NY, Obverse Bust Hard Times Tokens

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Approximate Current Value: $2,300

Diameter: 18.50 mm

Mintage/Proof: NA / NA

Weight: NA

Metal: Brass

History, Information, and Value of New York, NY, Obverse Bust Hard Times Token

Value of New York, New York, Obverse Bust Hard Times Token

This Token Came From – Edwin Parmele Bowling Saloon

This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-302.

The obverse text reads “Quite Comfortable” and the reverse text reads “Bowling Saloon Kept By Edwin Parmele 340 Pearl St.” The obverse of the token shows a man holding a drink, and the reverse five lines of 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.

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