TOKEN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features two metal tokens placed on a brownish-yellow surface; the left token displays the words "THE STERLING" embossed on its surface, while the right token is inscribed with multiple elements, including the phrase “GOOD FOR $1.00 IN TRADE” surrounded by small decorative stars, indicating its use as trade currency or a voucher; both tokens have a similar hexagonal shape with rounded edges, suggesting they were issued by an establishment known as "The Sterling," possibly for promotional or exchange purposes within a specific locale or business, reflecting a piece of historical memorabilia with a utilitarian function in commerce.

The image features two metal tokens placed on a brownish-yellow surface; the left token displays the words "THE STERLING" embossed on its surface, while the right token is inscribed with multiple elements, including the phrase “GOOD FOR $1.00 IN TRADE” surrounded by small decorative stars, indicating its use as trade currency or a voucher; both tokens have a similar hexagonal shape with rounded edges, suggesting they were issued by an establishment known as "The Sterling," possibly for promotional or exchange purposes within a specific locale or business, reflecting a piece of historical memorabilia with a utilitarian function in commerce.

Name/Title

TOKEN

Entry/Object ID

1980.62.2

Description

8 SIDED/"THE STERLING" & "GOOD FOR $1.00 IN TRADE"

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