The Good Times Family Fun Emporium Arcade Token
Country of Origin: United States (Exonumia)
Year of Issue: Circa 1970s - 1990s
Denomination: No cash value (1 Play)
Composition: Brass
Brief Description
A brass arcade token featuring a cartoon wizard/gnome figure on the obverse and text identification on the reverse.
Historical Significance
Arcade tokens like these were used in family entertainment centers and video game arcades primarily throughout the late 20th century to prevent theft and control local currency within the establishment.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $2.00 (primarily of interest to specific regional or exonumia collectors)
Care Instructions
Keep dry and store in a cool, dry place. No special numismatic cleaning is recommended as tokens are durable and cleaning often reduces interest for collectors.
Mint Mark
None visible (likely produced by a private mint like Hoffman Mint or tokensdirect.com)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; tokens for specific regional entertainment centers were usually struck in the thousands to tens of thousands.
Weight & Diameter
Approx. 5.0 grams and 25mm (standard US quarter size)
Edge
Plain
Apparent Grade
Fine to Very Fine; shows visible toning, minor spotting, and surface wear consistent with use in coin mechanisms.
Obverse (Front)
Features a cartoonish, dancing wizard or gnome wearing a starry robe and a conical hat, surrounded by a beaded circular border.
Reverse (Back)
The text 'The Good Times Family Fun Emporium' stacked in four lines, centered, surrounded by a beaded border.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Value is determined by the specific location of the 'Emporium', collector demand for defunct arcade memorabilia, and physical condition.
Similar Coins
Chuck E. Cheese tokens, Showbiz Pizza tokens, or generic 'No Cash Value' brass tokens which often share similar wizard motifs.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
As a low-value token, counterfeiting is rare; check for standard brass weight and non-magnetic properties.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Occasional errors like off-center strikes or 'rotated dies' can occur during high-speed low-cost production.
Created At: 2026-06-23T16:23:26.832878