1837 Hard Times Token - "Executive Experiment" - Tortoise & Jackass Design
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| Management number | 40805993 | Release Date | 2026/01/21 | List Price | $150.00 | Model Number | 40805993 | ||
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This listing is for an authentic 1837 "Executive Experiment" Hard Times Token, a piece of American history from the economic depression known as the Panic of 1837. These privately made copper tokens served as unofficial currency during a time of political and financial crisis in the United States.
Key Features:
Design: The token features a tortoise carrying a "treasure chest" or "fiscal agent" on its back, a satirical depiction of the slow-moving government at the time. The text around the image reads "EXECUTIVE EXPERIMENT" and "FISCAL AGENT 1837".
Historical Significance: Critics used these tokens to express nostalgia for the prior economic boom and to mock the government's handling of the financial crisis. The full satirical message often includes the phrase "I Follow in the Steps of My Illustrious Predecessor" on the reverse side
Material: Made of copper.
Condition: The token is in good condition for its age, showing light circulation and smooth surfaces
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Collectible Coins |
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| Size | N/A |
| Brand | None |
| Condition | Good |
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