Old metal token Poczta Polska 1961 – Vintage Telegraph Telephone

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Description

This old round metal token has a patina marked by time, testifying to its authenticity and past use. On the visible side, a stylized postal horn crossed by an arrow is clearly distinguishable in relief, a traditional emblem of European postal services. The circular inscription "POLSKA POCZTA TELEGRAF TELEFON" and the date "1961" are clearly legible around the edge of the token.

The surface shows uniform wear, typical of frequently handled tokens, with some slight oxidation marks and a matte finish. The edges, although rounded, retain their sharpness, with no apparent chips on the photographed area. The relief of the central decoration remains well-defined despite its age, which highlights the quality of the strike and the robustness of the piece.

The token is presented in an old case with sculpted decoration, which is not included unless otherwise stated, but which highlights the collectible nature and decorative aspect of the piece. The ensemble evokes an Eastern European aesthetic from the 1960s, consistent with the period indicated by the date stamped on the piece.

The visible side shows no other markings or serial numbers, and no elements are visible on the back or edges from this photograph. The dominant color is a metallic gray tone, with darker shades in the hollows of the relief.

This token is a tangible witness to the history of telecommunications in Poland, probably used in the context of national postal, telegraph or telephone services during the communist period.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows visible patina and signs of wear, typical of old use. Please examine the photo carefully to appreciate the general condition of the piece.

Did you know? The mention "Poczta Polska Telegraf Telefon" refers to the Polish national postal, telegraph and telephone service. After the Second World War, Poland developed a system of specific tokens for access to certain public services, particularly telephone services, until the adoption of modern telephone cards at the end of the 20th century.

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