Token

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a metallic coin-like token, featuring a prominently embossed five-pointed star in the center, with the denomination "2½" inscribed within the star. The circular border surrounding the star contains raised lettering that reads "GECHTER BROS." at the top and "S.W. COR. 5TH & FRANCES" at the bottom, suggesting it may have been used as a trade token or currency substitute. The token's surface exhibits a textured pattern, and the details are well-defined against the dark background, highlighting the craftsmanship. The token likely holds historical or collectible significance.

The image shows a metallic coin-like token, featuring a prominently embossed five-pointed star in the center, with the denomination "2½" inscribed within the star. The circular border surrounding the star contains raised lettering that reads "GECHTER BROS." at the top and "S.W. COR. 5TH & FRANCES" at the bottom, suggesting it may have been used as a trade token or currency substitute. The token's surface exhibits a textured pattern, and the details are well-defined against the dark background, highlighting the craftsmanship. The token likely holds historical or collectible significance.

Name/Title

Token

Entry/Object ID

1994.48.27

Description

Token/metal/silver/round with star cut out in center/"Gechter Bros/ S. W. Cor. 5th & Francis = good for 2 1/2 in trade"

Collection

HISTORY

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1925

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Token

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Diameter

1-1/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 12, 1994