ID help needed...

[Anonymous]

...this token was found in an 1800's dump. Any ideas what it is? Age?
Thank you,
Doug

 

[Anonymous]

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[Anonymous]

Doug
To me, in looking at the style of outline script on the token (i.e. second photograph) it would seem to be a modern day vintage.
If the words on the token in the second photograph are what I think I see (i.e.

 

[Anonymous]

An arcade token from halfway down the link below.
I agree, very modern use of type
<img src="http://www.gooddealgames.com/Token_Museum/A_Funscape.jpg" alt="" />

 

[Anonymous]

The token is produced by Regal Cinemas Inc, founded in 1989. Based in Knoxville Tenn. From the link below:
>>>The idea of building a theme park may not be entirely new, but Knoxville, Tenn.-based Regal Cinemas Inc. has found a way to make theirs unique. FunScape, a 95,000 square-foot entertainment center, is the first theme park to be situated under one roof, combining a state-of-the-art theatre, a miniature golf course, food service and play areas for children. The first of six FunScapes opened its doors in August in Chesapeake, Va. Two others are already under construction in Rochester and Syracuse, N.Y., with three others to follow in as yet undisclosed locations. <<

 

[Anonymous]

I think I've been had!! <img src="/metal/html/lol.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":lol"> <img src="/metal/html/lol.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":lol">
I appreciate your help. The token was found in Knoxville...quite a coincidence, huh!
Doug

 

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