USA OPA Blue Point Ration Token 1944–1945 – VF
Short Summary:
A World War II-era United States Office of Price Administration (OPA) Blue Point ration token in Very Fine condition. This 1-point token was used as change for ration purchases during the wartime food-rationing program.
Short Description:
This OPA Blue Point ration token was issued during World War II as part of the United States food-rationing system. Blue tokens were used for processed foods and were given to consumers as one-point change when purchasing rationed goods with higher-value stamps. Made from blue vulcanized fiber rather than metal, these small tokens are an interesting piece of American home-front history. This example is in Very Fine (VF) condition, showing light circulation and handling while retaining clear lettering and design details.
Date:
1944–1945
Issuer:
Office of Price Administration (OPA)
Denomination:
1 Blue Point
Type:
WWII Food Ration Token
Condition:
VF — Very Fine
Composition:
Blue vulcanized fiber
Diameter:
Approximately 16 mm
Weight:
Approximately 0.33 g
Mintage:
Approximately 5 billion red and blue tokens combined; exact mintage for individual letter varieties is not established.
