EARLY 1900s ROCHESTER NH ROCHESTER TRUST COMPANY 50¢ TOKEN - US GOVT. DEPOSITORY

Description

This 'good for' token, dating to the early 1900s, was issued for the Rochester Trust Company in Rochester, New Hampshire.  The obverse has the name and city of the bank plus the words
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT DEPOSITORY
.  The other side has
the words
THIS COIN IS WORTH 50¢ WHEN USED TO OPEN A SAVINGS ACCOUNT FOR ONE DOLLAR OR MORE SUBJECT TO OUR SAVINGS BANK RULES   USE AT ONCE OR HAND TO A FRIEND
.  The mark of the manufacturer (Whitehead & Hoag) is along the lower rim.  This token was struck very well, with bold lettering.
The diameter is
approximately 26 mm (1"), and the composition appears to be brass.  It was manufactured with a gilt surface treatment, some of which remains.
This item is in very fine condition, with light wear, toning, and soiling, and this token remains bright.
The illustrations in this listing are photos of the actual item being offered for sale, serving as part of the description.  NOTE:  This item is lighter in color and brighter than evident in the photos.
Payment must be received within ten days of close of auction.  Shipping (First Class Mail with Tracking and Delivery Confirmation), .00 in the U. S.
Combined shipping on multiple purchases is available.
Shipments usually are made within one or two business days of receipt of payment - and always are made within three to four business days of receipt of payment.
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