Check the listing for details. hard times token. Listed at 45.00 USD. The Hard Times Token is a historic collectible that was issued as a means of currency during the period of the British financial crisis known as the "Hard Times." These tokens were used as a form of payment when there was a scarcity of official currency, such as banknotes and coins. With unique designs depicting various themes relevant to the era, Hard Times Tokens hold historical significance and are sought after by collectors interested in exonumia.