TOKEN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays two vintage, flower-shaped metal tokens with a slightly tarnished silver appearance on an orange surface. The token on the left has the words "THE NEW STEVER" embossed along with "20 1/2-1327 EDWARDS," while the other token on the right prominently reads "GOOD FOR 20¢ IN TRADE," with a decorative circular border pattern. The tokens, likely used for trade or as store credits, capture a nostalgic essence, hinting at their past utility in commerce or local exchanges, possibly within a specific establishment or location. Their unique shape and engravings suggest they were custom-made, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of community-based transactions and personalized currency.

The image displays two vintage, flower-shaped metal tokens with a slightly tarnished silver appearance on an orange surface. The token on the left has the words "THE NEW STEVER" embossed along with "20 1/2-1327 EDWARDS," while the other token on the right prominently reads "GOOD FOR 20¢ IN TRADE," with a decorative circular border pattern. The tokens, likely used for trade or as store credits, capture a nostalgic essence, hinting at their past utility in commerce or local exchanges, possibly within a specific establishment or location. Their unique shape and engravings suggest they were custom-made, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of community-based transactions and personalized currency.

Name/Title

TOKEN

Entry/Object ID

1980.62.20

Description

FOUR LEAF CLOVER SHAPE/"THE NEW STEVER - 511 1/2 - 13 1/2 EDMOND ST." & "GOOD FOR 20CENTS IN TRADE" SAME AS 80.62.19.

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Token

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Parts

Count

1

Material

ALUMINUM

Condition

Overall Condition

Good