1851 Brothel Token Made From U.S. Large Cent "ONE C*NT" - Initials on the obverse

This listing is for the pictured Brothel Token Made From U.S. Braided Hair Large Cent "ONE C*NT" VF Detail

An old brothel token the word 'CENT' is modified into "CUNT" The procedure was to pay the 'madam' the amount of cash and receive a Token. The 'girl' (prostitute) would take the Tokens from the customer and at the end of the evening she would return the tokens to the 'madam'. The token prevented the 'girls' from handling money directly. This coin was used as the Token.