Vintage metal casino token Megève 5 francs – France collectible token

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Description

This antique metal casino token is presented here in an ornamental frame, highlighting its patina and relief typical of 20th-century French gaming tokens. The visible side reveals an embossed inscription: "CASINO MEGEVE" as well as the face value "5 FRANCS" and a centered design representing a stylized building or local symbol, surrounded by a border of embossed dots.

The piece has a shiny finish with metallic reflections, typical of tokens used in gaming establishments and casinos in France. The inscription "Casino Megève" precisely identifies the geographical origin of this token, linked to the famous alpine resort.

The edge of the token is adorned with a series of embossed dots, forming a regular decorative border. The typography used for the inscriptions is characteristic of tokens produced in the second half of the 20th century, with a cursive script for "Megève" and a more classic font for "5 FRANCS" and "CASINO".

The central visual shows a stylized motif that seems to evoke the architecture or landscape of Megève, an element often used on regional tokens to reinforce their local identity. The surface of the token shows some slight signs of wear, visible from certain angles, indicating its use in a gaming room.

The main color is silver, with a shiny metallic appearance. No other colors or surface details are visible on this side. The token is presented in a gilded decorative frame with plant motifs, which is not included in the sale unless otherwise specified.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Some signs of wear and micro-scratches are visible on the surface, consistent with regular use in a casino. No major chips or apparent deformation on the visible side.

Did you know? French casino tokens were traditionally minted for each establishment, with personalized designs to prevent their use in other casinos. Megève, a renowned ski resort, has a historic casino whose tokens are sought after for their regional value and specific design.

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