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| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1941-1942 |
| Type | Trade token |
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| Obverse description | The obverse is divided horizontally by a raised line into two registers. The upper register bears the legend 'TAX COMMISSION' and '3% TAX' in raised relief, while the lower register reads 'TOKEN' and 'STATE OF WASHINGTON' along the rim, identifying this as an official Washington State sales tax token. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse is similarly divided by a horizontal raised line into two registers, with legends describing the applicable sales tax brackets and the corresponding number of tokens required, referencing Chapter 76 of the Laws of 1941. The field is heavily worn and the lettering is only partially legible. |
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| Reverse lettering | SALES OF 5¢ TO 14¢ 1 TOKEN CH 76 LAWS 1941 SALES OF 15¢ TO 29¢ 2 TOKENS |
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