{"product_id":"jeton-casino-vintage-casino-megeve-5-francs-metal-ancien-piece-slot","title":"Vintage casino token Casino Megève 5 francs old metal slot coin","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\u003eOld metal casino token from the Megève Casino, presented here in a case with a light lining and an ornamented border. This token has a bright metallic finish, clearly visible in the photo, with silvery reflections characteristic of French 20th-century casino slot machine tokens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible front side features a central engraving depicting a mountain landscape, typical of the Megève region, with the inscription \"5 FRANCS\" in relief on the left-center. Around the border, the mentions \"CASINO MEGEVE\" and \"SLOT MACHINE\" are clearly visible, separated by dots, confirming its use for slot machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal shows some light handling marks and micro-scratches, indicating prior use, with no apparent structural defects. The surface retains a consistent shine, typical of metal tokens used in France before the introduction of electronic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lettering and motifs are well-defined, with a sober and legible typography. The overall visual is typical of a vintage casino token, both in its robust design and retro aesthetic. No major defects are visible on the displayed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 5-franc token illustrates the history of gambling in Megève, a renowned alpine resort, and is part of the tradition of French casino tokens used until the end of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is: slight visible signs of use, shiny surface and typical wear of an old token. Only the front side is visible in the photo; no details are provided about the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e French casino tokens in francs were commonly used until the arrival of the euro in 2002. The Megève Casino, opened in the 1950s, long offered these engraved metal tokens, emblematic of the history of mountain gambling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and careful shipping, secure packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique and collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Megève casino token, slot machine coin, token France, 5 franc token, old casino coin, vintage metal token, mountain casino, casino token, silver token, game coin, Megève France casino, slot token\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324671086919,"sku":"02e25e9c-b3e7-4c63-8f3a-817254efcd23","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_4d0403bc-d8ad-4b74-ab7f-a56abbc4ed09.jpg?v=1783760544","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/jeton-casino-vintage-casino-megeve-5-francs-metal-ancien-piece-slot","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}