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Vintage Geo. Tabaka 5¢ trade token, struck by Messmer Manufacturing Company of St. Louis, Missouri. Business: Geo. Tabaka Location: Likely St. Louis, MO Denomination: 5¢ Type: Trade Token / Exonumia Manufacturer: Ferd. Messmer Mfg. Co. Material: Brass Shape: Octagonal Condition:Pre-owned with visible wear, scratches, discoloration, and age-related patina. Some spotting and marks present. Stored in a cardboard coin holder. Please review all photos closely. Details: Reads: “GEO. TABAKA” and “5¢” Reverse: “Messmer Mfg. Co. St. Louis” Classic octagon shape typical of early trade tokens Used historically as store credit or for goods/services Great piece of St. Louis history and a solid addition for exonumia and token collectors. Item is used and sold as shown.