#112 • 1865-1890 Spade Guinea Gaming Token

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Bidding closes Nov 1, 2026 6:27 PM EST

Origin and Purpose: These pieces were manufactured as utility counters for card games, gambling, or board games, rather than real currency. Many also functioned as promotional items or keepsakes. Obverse Design: Features a right-facing bust of King George III with the Latin legend. Reverse Design: Typically features a crowned spade-shaped shield (hence the name "spade guinea") or inscriptions such as "In Memory of the Good Old Days 1768" or advertising text. Composition and Size: Material: Brass or bronze alloys. Dimensions: Commonly range from small half-guinea sizes (~19.5 mm to 22 mm) up to full guinea sizes (~26 mm to 27 mm). Weight: Typically around 1.8 g to 5.4 g depending on the specific half-guinea or full-guinea module.