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Two butter tokens in a Butter Token Book
Two butter tokens in a Butter Token Book, part of a social security benefit scheme, for half a pound of butter at a reduced price. (2 of 2) Date: 1975
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1975 Benefit Benefits Booklet Butter Department Financial Half Official Plumstead Pound Price Reduced Scheme Security Support Token Tokens Venables
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases two vintage butter tokens from a Butter Token Book, a fascinating relic of a social security benefit scheme in 1970s Britain. Each token represents a savings towards half a pound of butter at a reduced price. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office decor with this evocative print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Available now at Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.8cm (21" x 12.9")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "A Step Back in Time: Two Butter Tokens in a Butter Token Book, 1975" This evocative photograph captures a snapshot of the past, showcasing two butter tokens nestled within the pages of a Butter Token Book. Dating back to 1975, these tokens were an essential component of the social security benefit scheme in the United Kingdom, designed to help families afford basic necessities, such as food, during economically challenging times. The Butter Token Scheme, administered by the Department of Health and Social Security (DHSS), was introduced in the 1970s as a means to provide financial support to eligible individuals and families. The tokens could be exchanged for goods, including butter, at reduced prices. In this image, we see two tokens, each representing half a pound of butter, which could be purchased at a discounted cost. The photograph takes us back to Plumstead, a district in London's SE postal area, where the tokens were likely used in local shops. The green tokens, bearing the official government department's insignia, serve as a stark reminder of the financial struggles faced by many families during the 1970s. This poignant image offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when such schemes played a crucial role in providing essential support to those in need. The Butter Token Scheme was just one of many initiatives aimed at addressing the financial challenges faced by individuals and families during this period. It underscores the importance of government-supported programs in helping to alleviate hardship and ensure access to basic necessities for all members of society.
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