Vintage 1990 Poczta Polska metal telephone token - old coin, Poland tok

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Description

This old metal token, shown in the photo, is a Polish telephone token dated 1990. It has a classic circular shape and displays a characteristic patina of coins that have gone through several decades. On the visible side, a central illustration clearly shows a stylized postal horn intertwined with a bundle of arrows, a typical motif of communication symbols.

Around the central motif, the inscription in capital letters "POLSKA POCZTA TELEFON" encircles the upper part of the token, while the date "1990" appears in the lower part. The surface of the token displays a matte metallic appearance, with slight visible signs of wear, testifying to its authenticity and past use.

The token is displayed in an antique presentation box, which enhances its retro character and highlights its interest for collectors of historical objects related to telephony and postal services in Eastern Europe. No other motif or inscription is visible on the presented side.

The texture of the token reveals fine irregularities and homogeneous wear typical of objects handled regularly. The edges are clean but show some traces of alteration, without major chips. The gray tint of the metal emphasizes the utilitarian aspect of the piece, consistent with tokens used in public telephone booths of the time.

This type of token was commonly used in the 80s and 90s to access public telephone services in Poland. The iconography and the mention "Poczta Polska" recall the historical link between postal service and telecommunications in this country.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible patina and signs of wear. No major chips on the presented side.

Did you know? Polish telephone tokens like this one were essential for using public booths before the widespread advent of smart cards. The postal horn symbol is a heritage of European postal services, often used to represent official communication. In Poland, "Poczta Polska" refers to the national postal and telecommunications service.

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