DescriptionWorld War Two ration token for ' 1 red point ' used as change when the value of a purchased item was less than the value of a coupon or stamp from a ration book, no date, ca. 1944-1945. Used in Hoboken, N.J. by resident Katherine Marinovich and family. Laminated dull red pressboard, die-cut 5/8" diameter x ca. 1/32" thick. Embossed lettering and the same on both sides. First issued in 1944 by the federal government's Office of Price Administration (OPA). See object catalog 2002.235.0003 and .0004 for related ration books. ---- Business & Commerce Retail War Food Government & Politics Domestic Life