Colorado Belle $1 Casino Chip / Silver Strike Center
Country of Origin: United States, Colorado Belle Casino, Laughlin, NV
Year of Issue: c. 1980s - 1990s
Denomination: $1 (Face Value at Casino)
Composition: Plastic/Vinyl outer ring with a brass/bronze metal center insert
Brief Description
A bimetallic casino chip token from the Colorado Belle Casino in Laughlin, Nevada.
Historical Significance
The Colorado Belle was a landmark riverboat-themed hotel and casino in Laughlin. These 'silver strike' style bimetallic chips were used as gaming tokens and souvenirs before casinos moved to digital/paper ticketing.
Estimated Value
$1-$5 (Circulated)
Care Instructions
Do not clean with harsh chemicals as it may degrade the plastic ring. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent 'PVC damage' from old plastic flips.
Mint Mark
BJ (Manufacturer mark: Bud Jones Company)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; mass-produced for casino circulation.
Weight & Diameter
Standard 39mm casino chip diameter; approximate weight 10-12g.
Edge
Plain
Apparent Grade
Very Fine/Extremely Fine (VF-XF); shows minor handling marks and contact hits on the brass insert.
Obverse (Front)
Central metal insert features the Colorado Belle riverboat logo, '$1', 'Laughlin, Nev.', and 'BJ' mark. Outer white plastic ring features the casino name and red/blue dash stripes.
Reverse (Back)
Design is identical to the obverse, featuring the riverboat logo, denomination, and casino name on the outer ring.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition of the metal insert (checking for toning or corrosion) and the cleanliness of the white plastic ring.
Similar Coins
Often confused with genuine .999 Silver Strike tokens; this version has a brass/bronze middle and is a lower denomination.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Genuine Bud Jones chips have specific 'injection' spots on the plastic edge and high-quality hot stamp foil lettering.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major die varieties, but color variations in the outer rings can exist.
Created At: 2026-06-23T19:13:29.263881