Vintage Midwest Supply & Novelty Co. J-K Award Token for Skill - Pool/Billiard Table Design Up for sale is a classic piece of American coin-op and arcade history. This 'Award for Skill' token was issued by the Midwest Supply & Novelty Co., a prominent distributor of arcade and amusement equipment, likely during the 1930s to 1950s. Design Details: - Obverse: Features a detailed central image of a pool (billiard) table, with the legend 'MIDWEST SUPPLY & NOVELTY CO.' encircling the rim. - Reverse: Repeats the pool table motif, flanked by the initials 'J' and 'K'. The text 'FOR SKILL' is at the top, and 'AWARD TOKEN' is at the bottom. Historical Context: These tokens were often used in 'skill games' and early billiard machines. To comply with anti-gambling laws of the era, machines dispensed these 'skill award' tokens instead of cash, which could often be redeemed for merchandise or free replays. Condition: The token is in Very Fine (VF) condition with light surface wear and attractive age-appropriate toning. Please review the high-resolution images to assess the strike and surface quality for yourself. Specifications: - Type: Amusement / Skill Award Token - Manufacturer: Midwest Supply & Novelty Co. - Diameter: Approx. 21mm (13/16") - Era: Mid-20th Century (Circa 1940s) - SKU: mwtkn Perfect for collectors of exonumia, vintage arcade memorabilia, or billiards enthusiasts. Shipped securely in the 2x2 cardboard flip as shown.