Here is a pair of what appear to be the regular Missouri zinc tokens, made out of copper instead. Sorry about the blurry photo, but it’s the only one we have.
Please note that these were reported as being copper from the gentleman who provided me with the photos, although I did not physically inspect these tokens myself. This would usually not be an issue, considering that the M&D listed a number of off-metal patterns, but for complete reporting purposes, it would always be preferred that the WEIGHT of such items, in 1/100 gram quantities, be reported as well. Although most collectors don’t own a scale that is precise enough to measure to that level, any jewelry store would probably be able to weigh a token to that degree. Purchasing such a scale can be done for around $30 for an electronic digital reader that is so precise that a breath of air will be detected, too. In MANY instances, having such a scale can be of beneift, especially as it relates to determining varieties on thicknesses of planchets. It is much easier to weigh a token than it is to try and figure out the depth of a token, even with a fine caliper. Monte
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Also, the Missouri “5” is missing the usual hole, which I forgot to mention in my description.
Please note that these were reported as being copper from the gentleman who provided me with the photos, although I did not physically inspect these tokens myself. This would usually not be an issue, considering that the M&D listed a number of off-metal patterns, but for complete reporting purposes, it would always be preferred that the WEIGHT of such items, in 1/100 gram quantities, be reported as well. Although most collectors don’t own a scale that is precise enough to measure to that level, any jewelry store would probably be able to weigh a token to that degree. Purchasing such a scale can be done for around $30 for an electronic digital reader that is so precise that a breath of air will be detected, too. In MANY instances, having such a scale can be of beneift, especially as it relates to determining varieties on thicknesses of planchets. It is much easier to weigh a token than it is to try and figure out the depth of a token, even with a fine caliper. Monte
Also, the Missouri “5” is missing the usual hole, which I forgot to mention in my description.