Birdsell, D E. — Ku Klux Klan Tokens

Grand Bay, AL, Research Associates, 1981. 2nd. Softcover. Blue stapled wraps with b+w illustration on cover. (1) 2-40 pp. features many b+w illustrations of tokens. The First Edition of this catalog opened a door to an entirely new field for complementing the interest of any collector for that Ku Klux Klan tokens had not been widely known. The aura of mystery and secrecy associated with the Klan organizations has tended to restrict their circulation and, when seen, their identification. Many, many seasoned dealers state frankly that they are unaware such tokens exist, and, significantly, that they would not know one if it were in hand. Readers of an occasional advertisement, bid catalog, et cetera, might assume a fleeting interest toward one or two pieces. Yet, at least 58 distinctive designs exist along with modifications--enough to justify a specialized display in their general collection. VG+ .