1862 Made From The Merrimac Civil War Token/Medal Schenkman-ME1 - NGC VF Detail 500 Schillings Eligible for precious metal IRAs

Eligible for precious metal IRAs

With a Special Edition $2 Coin only Found in This Set

Male military bust facing part r

snake in beak Description Reverse Value within 1/2 wreath Notes Varieties exist

1862 Made From The Merrimac Civil War Token/Medal Schenkman-ME1 - NGC VF Detail 500 Schillings Eligible for precious metal IRAsWhile collectors offer differing opinions on both the date of mintage and the proper nomenclature (token medal) of these pieces one truth holds fast they are both very scarce and highly sought after. Made from the iron armor plate of the CSS Virginia, these pieces are often found with environmental damage owing to the fact that the Merrimac was scuttled May 11, 1862. Obverse: Merrimac surrounded by, THE FIRST IRONCLAD, and date below Reverse: MADE