Coin

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a small, circular metal token with a distinct clover shape, embossed with the text "APEX - BUFFALO," "412 EDMOND ST.," and "JIM QUEEN," indicating possible association with a location or establishment. This kind of token might have been used for specific transactions or as a form of currency within a localized context, such as a bar, club, or business in Buffalo, potentially serving as a historical artifact or memorabilia from a particular era or institution. The token’s worn surface suggests it has endured significant handling or use, adding to its character and historical intrigue. Its design is simple yet effective in conveying the information, with the raised text and border providing a tactile element to its otherwise smooth surface. The token's utility, style, and craftsmanship are indicative of its time, embodying both functionality and a glimpse into the socio-economic interactions of its

The image showcases a small, circular metal token with a distinct clover shape, embossed with the text "APEX - BUFFALO," "412 EDMOND ST.," and "JIM QUEEN," indicating possible association with a location or establishment. This kind of token might have been used for specific transactions or as a form of currency within a localized context, such as a bar, club, or business in Buffalo, potentially serving as a historical artifact or memorabilia from a particular era or institution. The token’s worn surface suggests it has endured significant handling or use, adding to its character and historical intrigue. Its design is simple yet effective in conveying the information, with the raised text and border providing a tactile element to its otherwise smooth surface. The token's utility, style, and craftsmanship are indicative of its time, embodying both functionality and a glimpse into the socio-economic interactions of its

Name/Title

Coin

Entry/Object ID

2019.2.192

Description

Coin, metal. Silver, scalloped edges. "Appex-Buffalo 412 Edmond st. Jim Queen" "Good for 10cents in Trade"

Collection

St. Joseph, Missouri

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Diameter

1-1/4 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Feb 24, 2020