拍品描述： Minnesota--Red Wing. Undated (1861-1865) A.W.E. Fuld-680A-2d. Rarity-8. Copper-Nickel. Plain Edge. 19 mm. MS-65 (PCGS).We are delighted to present a superb gem specimen of this classic rarity-a variety not offered in our recent auction with the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo in Baltimore in June (two other varieties were presented).A.W.E. likely represents August W. Esping, a dealer in jewelry, clocks and watches located on Main Street. The following is from the <em>Wisconsin and Minnesota State Gazetteer, Shippers Guide, and Business Directory</em> for 1865-66: "Red Wing . . . Esping A.W., dealer in jewelry, watches, clocks, etc."According to the 1860s census, Esping was born in Sweden circa 1834 and married Christine, née Stramburg, on February 21, 1857. Red Wing had a population of approximately 2,500 people during the Civil War, and it is one of the most popular and eagerly sought single-merchant towns in this series. All Esping tokens are attributed to Mossin & Marr, Milwaukee, and all are rare.This simply lovely Gem exhibits subtle pinkish-lilac highlights on satiny, semi-reflective surfaces. It will be a "trophy," a showpiece in the collection of its next fortunate owner.From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Earlier Ex Lawrence Fischman, August 1, 1980; Steve Tanenbaum Collection. Cardboard 2x2 with attribution and provenance notes included.