Obverse

Reverse

Parking Token (Trade Token)

Downtown Olympia Parking Token

United States · Mid-20th Century

A brass parking token with the text 'DOWNTOWN OLYMPIA PARKING' along the border and 'FREE' in the center.

Country: United States
Year: Mid-20th Century
Denomination: Parking Token (Trade Token)
Metal: Brass
Grade: About Uncirculated / Fine with minor surface wear and toning.

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Overview

A brass parking token with the text 'DOWNTOWN OLYMPIA PARKING' along the border and 'FREE' in the center.

Historical significance

Issued by merchants or municipalities in Olympia, Washington, during the mid-20th century to promote downtown shopping by offering free parking incentives.

Obverse (front)

Features the text 'DOWNTOWN OLYMPIA PARKING' curving around the perimeter, with the word 'FREE' horizontally across the center.

Reverse (back)

The reverse appears similar or identical (often a blank or repeating parking token design).

Estimated value

$2-$5

What drives this coin's value

Condition, local historical interest, and collector demand for Washington exonumia.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated / Fine with minor surface wear and toning.

Mintage & rarity

Common regional exonumia

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct brass composition and standard token thickness. Counterfeiting is extremely rare for low-value parking tokens.

Notable varieties & errors

Minor font and size variations depending on the private mint that produced them.

Similar coins

Other municipal and commercial parking tokens from Pacific Northwest cities.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners to preserve the natural brass patina.

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