Token, Transportation
Object number2015.72.6
Manufacturer
Matthews International Corporation
(founded 1850)
Date1960-1969
MediumPlated metal, enamel
Credit LineGift of Gary and Betty Metz
DescriptionBrass-colored, oval token with raised lettering on both sides and a hole on the left side. On the front is organizational information with a number being filled in with black enamel. Reverse has instructional text.Dimensions0.125 x 1.625 in. (0.3 x 4.1 cm)InscriptionsOn the front reads: "BETHLEHEM MINES / CORPORATION / 100 / BARBOUR DIVISION" with the 100 being filled in with black enamel.
On back reads: "LOSS OF / THIS CHECK MUST BE / REPORTED TO EMPLOYMENT / OFFICE IMMEDIATELY. A / CHARGE WILL BE MADE IF / LOST OR NOT RETURNED / UPON LEAVING THE / SERVICE OF THE / COMPANY."
Historical NotesPart of a collection of token die sets and tokens made by Matthews International, a Pittsburgh-based company. Donor Gary Metz worked for Matthews International for over 17 years in various capacities in sales and marketing, eventually as Product Manager before leaving the company in 1989. The dies were used through the 1960s to produce tokens for use for buses, trolleys, and trains throughout the region. Matthews was founded in Pittsburgh in 1850 and has continued to manufacture marking and identification equipment utilized throughout the world.
Related institution
Bethlehem Mines Corporation
Previous owner
Gary Metz
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