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Andrew Jackson Presidency, Policies & Facts

It’s a rare thing to see Andrew Jackson, the 7th President of the United States, looking like this on a coin. This circa 1832 Hard Times Token from the Robert A. Schuman, MD Collection is referred to as the “Scowling Head” variety. It comes from our Hard Times Tokens Showcase on October 28. Hard Times Tokens are American large or half cent-sized tokens, struck from about 1833 through 1843. The served as unofficial currency during this period and provide a window into the history of politics, sat