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2 1/2 Cents - Carbone's Tavern St. Louis, Missouri
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | The obverse field bears the issuer legend "CARBONE'S" arching along the upper periphery and "OLIVE ST." along the lower, with "TAVERN" and the street number "4242" inscribed across the center in bold raised relief. A small floral ornament appears above the central lettering as a decorative device. The token is struck in aluminium with a reeded border. |
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| Obverse lettering | CARBONE'S TAVERN 4242 OLIVE ST. |
| Reverse description | The reverse displays the denomination "2 1/2" in large bold numerals at center, with a cent symbol to the right, surrounded by the circular legend "GOOD FOR" arching above and "IN TRADE." along the lower field. The reeded border frames the entirely typographic design, confirming the token's redemption value of two and one-half cents in trade. |
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