HT 30, L.16. Gulian C. Verplanck Token, 1834. Brass, 27.2mm. Extremely Fine. Bust l. of New York writer, theologian and Shakespeare annotator Verplanck (1796-1870). Rev. Eagle, A FAITHFUL FRIEND TO OUR COUNTRY. Struck for his failed run for Governor, a token that triggered satirical attacks by his opponents.
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