Token, Store

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a metallic token inscribed with the words "GOOD FOR 25¢ IN TRADE" prominently displayed on its surface. The token, likely made of a silver-colored metal, features raised lettering encircled by a dotted border that adds a decorative touch. This particular token was likely used in a specific establishment or for a particular purpose, such as a promotional item or substitute for cash, allowing the bearer to redeem or trade it for goods or services equivalent to the value of 25 cents. The token's vintage appearance suggests it might have been utilized in past decades, providing a glimpse into a bygone era of commerce where such tokens were commonplace. Its worn surface and the style of embossing convey a sense of history and nostalgia, highlighting how businesses and communities embraced these tokens as part of everyday transactions. The black background contrasts with the reflective metal, focusing attention on the raised text and historical significance of this small, yet intriguing piece of trade memorabilia.

The image depicts a metallic token inscribed with the words "GOOD FOR 25¢ IN TRADE" prominently displayed on its surface. The token, likely made of a silver-colored metal, features raised lettering encircled by a dotted border that adds a decorative touch. This particular token was likely used in a specific establishment or for a particular purpose, such as a promotional item or substitute for cash, allowing the bearer to redeem or trade it for goods or services equivalent to the value of 25 cents. The token's vintage appearance suggests it might have been utilized in past decades, providing a glimpse into a bygone era of commerce where such tokens were commonplace. Its worn surface and the style of embossing convey a sense of history and nostalgia, highlighting how businesses and communities embraced these tokens as part of everyday transactions. The black background contrasts with the reflective metal, focusing attention on the raised text and historical significance of this small, yet intriguing piece of trade memorabilia.

Name/Title

Token, Store

Entry/Object ID

2015.2.533

Description

Token/Silver/ "Country Club Beer Barnes & Foote Good For 25c in Trade"/2"x2"

Collection

St. Joseph, Missouri

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Token, Store

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Token

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 9, 2015