The confederate dollar, often called a greyback, was first issued into circulation in april 1861, when the confederacy was only two months old, and on the eve of the outbreak of the civil war at first, confederate currency was accepted throughout the south as a medium of exchange with high purchasing power. As the result of an 1879 article about the confederate cent printed in a new york city. Please do not call us about your confederate currency. Confederate half dollar replica after the closure of the mints, it became difficult to make change in the confederacy. Confederate states of america the online books page. Confederate receipt book reprint of the original edition published by west and johnston in richmond in 1863 accessrestricted.
Issued into circulation in 1861, the currency ran through 1864. An absolute must to identifying these tokens is the whiteman red book for civil war tokens. These socalled facts were listed and debunked in harold levi and george corells book the lovett cent, a confederate story. Confederate money has been counterfeited and reproduced for more than a century. Haskells the housekeepers encyclopedia 1861 for information on how to mix and bake the cake.
The only cookbook written in the south during war times. There are only two copies of the original known to exist. Confederate coin question my mom has a 1862 one cent confederate coin. Confederate states of america littleton coin company. The indian head penny is one of the most prestigious types of coins ever produced by the us mint. On ebay, you can find antique confederate 50dollar bills for sale to satisfy. Jan 29, 2001 the 1861 confederate states of america half dollar also has an interesting history. This book shows how the southern people, cut off from their normal supply of necessities by blockages of southern seaports and the prohibition.
Confederate receipt book, a compilation of one hundred receipts adapted to the times, merton coulter. Reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book confederate. In february of that year the state of louisiana turned over to the confederate states of america the united states mint at new orleans which had come under control of the south. War department collection of confederate records national. Dec 11, 20 these socalled facts were listed and debunked in harold levi and george corells book the lovett cent, a confederate story. Confederate receipt book reprint of the original edition published by west and johnston in richmond in 1863. Confederate receipt book, 1863 civil war recipes visit to. Reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book by reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book.
Upon the receipt of the price we will forward it to any part of the confederacy. Originally published in 1863, this little book is a compilation of receipts to aid southern households beset by shortages as the war between the states raged on. The confederate receipt book, first published in 1863, is a compilation of over one hundred receipts, adapted to the times taken from newspaper and magazine articles. This special alloy makes civil warera indian heads heavier than other editions. David bowers has been in the rare coin business since 1953 when he was a teenager. A general rule of thumb is that the earlier currency issues are worth more than later issues. This book is a reprint of the 1863 book, confederate receipt book a compilation of over one hundred receipts adapted to the times.
To survive, they fought hunger, sickness, and nakedness with resourcefulness. One pound of sugar, threefourths of a pound of butter, worked together until very light. Published in 1863, the confederate receipt book contained more than 100 hints for making do with less during wartime. T63 richmond april 6th 1863 50 cents confederate money. Confederate paper money values values for confederate currency. Reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book confederate receipt. Values of old confederate money paper money buyers. Confederate paper money is very collectible in todays market especially if the money is rare andor in perfect condition.
The confederate states dollar was first issued just before the outbreak of the american civil war by the newly formed confederacy. Beautiful coins with touches of red luster throughout the fields. Bronze 20,000 struckgoldine gold colored brass alloy 5,000 strucksilver 5,000 pieces struckplatinum very rar. A compilation of over one hundred receipts adapted to the times. The journal of pauline decaradeuc heyward 18631888. These hints were printed in newspapers, told by word of mouth, or in 1863 published in book form. Confederate states of america the state of florida replica 1 dollar mar 1st 1863 payment and shipping details seller location. A taste of food in the civil war gilder lehrman institute.
The confederate states dollar was first issued just before the outbreak of the american civil. The 1862 indian head is the third year the new design was used and is sought after by collectors of all types. This time i even received an awesome store card token the h. The receipt book provides a record of pension payments made to widows of union army soldiers. Communication from secretary of treasury, march 11, 1863. They have long been an integral part of the csa cent story. As the 1850 manual was outofdate by this time, many changes in artillery, small arms and accouterments having taken place, a new manual was prepared by the confederate ordnance department in 1862 and issued as the first edition under date of 1863. Two items, a receipt dated 20 january 1862 addressed to william f. Bashlow restrikes, 1961 1861 confederate cents, bronze.
As the war progressed, however, confidence in the ultimate success. It was to be a coppernickel cent, identical in dimensions and composition as the circulating u. Confederate states of america collection, rare book and special collections division, library of congress 091. The confederate currency guide below shows a picture and a link to more information about each issue.
The backs of these issues are blank, but they could be stamped or inscribed. Miscellaneous civil war era letters from confederate soldiers from 18631865, including some copies and transcripts. Im looking for information on a 1861 confederate penny with a picture of an indian on front and says 1861 and confederate states of america, the back simply has 1 cent. Makes them easy to identify and learn the interesting history behind them. As part of civil warera coins, the 1863 indian head penny is especially sought after by collectors. Original confederate alabama fiftycent note, 1863 yankee. Receipts, 18621863, to nancy allen and robert allen of richmond, virginia, for. Founded in 1812 by isaiah thomas, a revolutionary war patriot and successful printer and publisher, the society is a research library documenting the life of americans from the colonial era through 1876. In 1863 the first 50 cent note was issued, and another was issued in 1864. Rare 1863 civil war csa confederate florida tax receipt. A wikipedia article about this author is available confederate states of america. Confederate issuers of train and hoer notes mike mcneil. Florida united numismatists miami fl civil war good luck token 1960 d penny. This edition of confederate receipt book was reproduced by permission from the volume in the collection of the american antiquarian society, worcester, massachusetts.
Internet archive contributor internet archive language english. Melt together a pound of beeswax and a quarter of a pound of rosin or of turpentine, fresh from the tree. Confederate receipt book 1863 civil war food history. All confederate cents show a bust of liberty facing left wearing a liberty cap, the date 1861 is below, the legend around is confederate states of america. Reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book confederate receipt book a compilation of over 100 receipts adapted to the times on. Publication date 1863 topics cooking publisher richmond, virginia, west. Only two confederate half dollars are known to survive, and are worth around one million dollars each. At the end of this article you can find a link to download the pdf version of this book. Letters and telegrams received, 186165, with index. The author has served as president of the american numismatic association 19831985 and president of the professional numismatists guild 19771979, is a recipient of the highest honor bestowed by the ana the farran zerbe award, was the first ana member to be named numismatist of the year. A compilation of over one hundred receipts, adapted to the times. During the civil war, the confederate states attempted to solve their huge financial problems by issuing their own paper money. Acts and resolutions of the first session of the provisional congress of the confederate states, held at montgomery, ala.
Confederate paper money values values for confederate. First published in richmond in 1863, includes recipes plus also hints on making soap, ink, glue and candles as well as remedies for various diseases. During the civil war the confederates states of america printed their own paper money. It is the most popular novel of 1863magnificent in plot, diction and narration. Confederate receipt book andrews mcmeel publishing. Dec 22, 2019 the recipe was very simple so i looked to e. Confederate papers, 18611865 this is a finding aid. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Confederate receipt book, 1863 civil war recipes visit to grab an amazing super hero shirt now on sale. Reprint of rare 1863 confederate cook book confederate receipt book a compilation of over 100 receipts adapted to the times unknown binding 1991. Mintproducts civil war coins and currency 1861 1864. These coins are sought after further because they are made with a special coppernickel alloy that was only used during the civil war. Records relating to personnel and accounts, including war department payrolls and requests for funds, 186165. For that reason, the paper money of the shortlived confederate states of america retains considerable collectors value to this day.
Confederate currency is an old relic of the civil war and provides a portal into one of the most pivotal events in american history. Table of prices in confederate currency of gold and greenbacks, february 19, 1866. Generations of numismatists have repeated a canon of commonly held beliefs about the original confederate cents. Confederate paper money was printed between 1861 and 1864. Apr 16, 20 the confederate receipt book has as much quaint and amusing charm to presentday readers as it had practical significance to the beleaguered south fighting for its independence. Provides a very clear picture of what life was like in the blockaded south.
A compilation of over one hundred receipts, adapted to the times, published by a confederate lady in richmond in offered recipes to help southern. It was not backed by hard assets, but simply by a promise to pay the bearer after the war, on the prospect of southern victory and independence. Confederate money books pierre fricke us and confederate. This reprint was first published by jefferson davis freeman, pioneer press, harriman, tn. By the end of 1863, the confederate dollar or greyback, to distinguish it from the thennew. Arrest registers and other records of the richmond office of the provost marshal, 186264. Apr 11, 20 the confederate receipt book, first published in 1863, is a compilation of over one hundred receipts, adapted to the times taken from newspaper and magazine articles. The affordable way to own specimens of the 1861 confederate cent. Confederate states of america department of the treasury. We have been told that if it was made if philadelphia that it would not have a mint mark. Prepare a wick 30 or 40 yards long, made up of three threads of loosely spun cotton, saturate this well with the mixture, and draw it through your fingers, to press all closely together, and to keep the size even. It contains receipts, or recipes, for everything from food and drink, to medicines, to soap and candles.