Token, Store

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a hexagonal token or coin with a worn, metallic appearance, and the text "GOOD FOR 20¢ IN TRADE" prominently embossed on its surface. The words form a circular pattern around the central number "20¢," and are bordered by a ring of small raised dots, providing a decorative touch. The token likely served as a form of currency or credit in a specific establishment, possibly used in place of conventional money for transactions within that setting. Its design suggests a vintage or historical origin, as tokens like this were commonly circulated in the past for use in local businesses, fairs, or as promotional items. The coin rests on a dark background, which highlights the raised elements and worn textures, suggesting it might have been handled, exchanged, or perhaps kept as a collectible item over time, further adding to its historical significance and narrative as an artifact from an earlier economic exchange system where such tokens had practical and cultural value. The overall composition allows for appreciation of its artisanal details,

The image depicts a hexagonal token or coin with a worn, metallic appearance, and the text "GOOD FOR 20¢ IN TRADE" prominently embossed on its surface. The words form a circular pattern around the central number "20¢," and are bordered by a ring of small raised dots, providing a decorative touch. The token likely served as a form of currency or credit in a specific establishment, possibly used in place of conventional money for transactions within that setting. Its design suggests a vintage or historical origin, as tokens like this were commonly circulated in the past for use in local businesses, fairs, or as promotional items. The coin rests on a dark background, which highlights the raised elements and worn textures, suggesting it might have been handled, exchanged, or perhaps kept as a collectible item over time, further adding to its historical significance and narrative as an artifact from an earlier economic exchange system where such tokens had practical and cultural value. The overall composition allows for appreciation of its artisanal details,

Name/Title

Token, Store

Entry/Object ID

2015.2.522

Description

Token/Octagon/Silver/In Plastic Case/ "815 Frederick Ave. Good For 20c 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