{"product_id":"jeton-casino-metal-la-ciotat-vintage-token-ancien-jeu-accessoire-deco","title":"Vintage La Ciotat metal casino token – Old game token decorative accessory","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis metal casino token features a classic round shape and has an antique silver-plated finish. On the obverse, the embossed inscription \"CASINO DE LA CIOTAT\" surrounds a large central \"2\", typical of tokens used in French gambling establishments. The lettering and motifs are clear, indicating careful, probably industrial, manufacturing, with a slightly granular texture on the token's background. The edges appear regular and show natural wear, visible particularly in a few discrete marks and traces, confirming actual use in a gaming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe typography used for the number and text evokes the sober style of 20th-century French tokens. The token's surface shows slight variations in shine, characteristic of objects handled many times. No superfluous decoration is visible, which highlights the object's utilitarian function. The token is presented here in an old lace-decorated case, which emphasizes its decorative potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscription \"CASINO DE LA CIOTAT\" precisely identifies its origin, linked to one of France's oldest casinos. The object shows a beautiful patina, typical of gaming accessories from past decades, which enhances its retro and authentic appeal for collectors of old gaming-related items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe obverse shows neither a date nor any additional monetary value, only the number \"2\", probably related to an internal gaming unit. No other decorative elements or manufacturer's marks are apparent on the photographed area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed token, sold as is, with visible signs of use and antique patina on the surface. Shows slight marks and wear, consistent with authentic use in a casino gaming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Casino de La Ciotat, located in Bouches-du-Rhône, is renowned for being one of the first gaming establishments to introduce metal tokens in the 20th century. Metal tokens, more durable than cardboard or plastic ones, were used to limit fraud and facilitate handling during traditional games like roulette or blackjack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in authentic antique objects and gaming accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: casino token, La Ciotat token, gaming accessory, vintage casino coin, antique metal token, casino token, silver-plated token France, collector token, Casino La Ciotat, retro token, gaming token, casino chip France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324681212231,"sku":"e0fdddd1-86a7-4ace-9c23-e0f1c950605e","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_d8a4e8fb-c43e-4719-b0dc-ca647b1fdf50.jpg?v=1783760780","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/jeton-casino-metal-la-ciotat-vintage-token-ancien-jeu-accessoire-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}