(No Date) Token HT-310E, New York NY

Coin Details

Description

This undated variant of the Sans Souci Hotel token (see HT-310) extends the New York entertainment venue's token series. The "E" suffix indicates the fifth variant cataloged, reflecting substantial collector and researcher interest in the Sans Souci series. Each variant documents a different die state, metal, or edge treatment used in producing tokens for this leisure establishment. The Sans Souci Hotel's multiple token varieties suggest either sustained production over several years or simultaneous production in multiple metals for different purposes. Entertainment venues had particular incentive to produce tokens, which could serve as admission pieces, gaming counters, cloakroom checks, or drink tokens in addition to their advertising function. The undated format of the Sans Souci tokens means that the entire series must be dated by stylistic comparison with dated Hard Times pieces. The consistent lead or base-metal composition and small diameter across the series create a distinctive physical profile that collectors can identify and attribute even when individual pieces lack legible inscriptions.

Rarity Notes

Rare. Undated Sans Souci Hotel variant.

Cross References

Rulau HT-310E