1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token Value
The United States 12 1/2 Cent Token is a collectible token from 1837, catalogued here from a documented example with its full design description and specifications. Value depends on condition, rarity and collector demand rather than metal content.
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1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token specifications
- Series
- United States Tokens
- Denomination
- United States 12 1/2 Cent Token
- Year
- 1837
- Material
- GS
1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token inscriptions & design
Obverse
1837
eagle perched on rock with spread wings, facing r.
Reverse
R.E. RUSSELL [9 stars] / I.O.U. 12 1/2 c.
Measured 1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token specimens
1 physically measured 1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token example in our reference database. Real measured weights and die axes let you authenticate a coin against the g, mm minting standard.
| Specimen | Weight | Diameter | Die axis | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1837 United States 12 1/2 Cent Token #1 | 2.71 g | 19.3 mm | 6 h | Low.128, Rulau.309, Adams.New York.747 |
Specifications compiled from documented museum specimens. See our data & methodology page.