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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
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Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints range. This vintage gem showcases two beautifully preserved butter tokens from a 1975 Butter Token Book. This intriguing piece of social history offers a glimpse into the past, when these tokens were part of a UK social security benefit scheme, allowing their holders to purchase half a pound of butter at a reduced price. Add a touch of nostalgia and charm to your home or office space with this unique, framed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is carefully framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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