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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
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our vintage-inspired jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an authentic image of two butter tokens from a 1975 Butter Token Book. Each token represents a half-pound discount on butter, a cherished part of the social security benefit scheme of the past. Assemble this puzzle to bring a piece of history into your home and create a fun and educational activity for the whole family.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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