Obverse

Reverse

One Fifth Cent (0.2 Cent)

Colorado Sales Tax Token (One Fifth Cent)

United States (State of Colorado) · circa 1935-1937

A square, holed aluminum sales tax token issued by the State of Colorado Treasurer, featuring rounded corners and raised lettering on both sides.

Country: United States (State of Colorado)
Year: circa 1935-1937
Denomination: One Fifth Cent (0.2 Cent)
Metal: Aluminum

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Overview

A square, holed aluminum sales tax token issued by the State of Colorado Treasurer, featuring rounded corners and raised lettering on both sides.

Historical significance

During the Great Depression, several US states enacted emergency sales taxes to generate revenue. Because retail transactions involved fractions of a cent, states issued tokens (exonumia) in denominations like one-fifth or one-mill to allow consumers to pay the exact tax fraction.

Obverse (front)

Features the inscription ONE FIFTH CENT / SERIES / A-35 / SALES TAX TOKEN surrounding a central hole.

Reverse (back)

Features the arched inscription COLORADO SALES STATE TAX TREASURER surrounding a central hole.

Estimated value

$1-$5 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition, metal type varieties, and specific series/issuer codes

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (light surface scratches, minor wear on high points, but clear lettering)

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions were produced for daily commerce during the 1930s.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

These tokens were mass-produced cheaply for commerce; modern counterfeits are virtually non-existent because genuine pieces have low monetary value.

Notable varieties & errors

Various series letters (such as A-35) and slight variations in font or metal composition.

Similar coins

Other state sales tax tokens from states like Washington, Illinois, and Missouri

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place in a inert plastic holder or flip. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners to preserve the original aluminum surface.

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