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5 Cents - Ye Olde Cellar Chicago, Illinois
| Location | United States |
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| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features multi-line text across the field in a mix of Gothic and Roman lettering, identifying the issuing establishment. The legend reads 'Ye Olde Cellar' at the top in Gothic script, followed by 'BEN RODKIN, PROP.' and the address '322 N. MICHIGAN AVE.' The token is bordered by a reeded or beaded rim. |
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| Obverse lettering | Ye Olde Cellar BEN RODKIN, PROP. 322 N.MICHIGAN AVE. |
| Reverse description | The reverse displays a large bold numeral '5' as the central device, rendered in a decorative outlined style and occupying most of the field. A ring of small five-pointed stars encircles the numeral, with a beaded border at the rim, indicating the 5-cent denomination of the trade token. |
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