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Approximate Current Value: $150
Diameter: 29.00 mm
Mintage/Proof: NA / NA
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
Category: 1837 New York Hard Times Tokens
History, Information, and Value of New York, NY, Bone Setter Thick Planchet Original Hard Times Token
Value of New York, New York, Bone Setter Thick Planchet Original Hard Times Token
This Token Came From – Dr. J.G. Hewett Bone Setter
This token typically receives the Hard Times Designation of HT-278.
The obverse text reads “Dr. J.G. Hewett Bone Setter 68 Prince St. New-York” and the reverse text reads “Practice Confined to Dislocations, Sprains, Contractions, Rheumatism, White Swellings, Weakness Of The Limbs & C. & C.” The obverse of the token and the reverse of the token both show 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.