In earlier issues we've discussed all manner of coin collecting boards with the help of author and researcher Dave Lange. Last week's MPC Gram (Series 23 No. 2508) featured a note from Roger Urce discussing one we hadn't seen before - a Capitol Plastics style holder for WWII U.S. ration tokens issued by the Office of Price Administration (OPA). With permission, we're republishing it here. Thanks! See the earlier E-Sylum article for other types of OPA token boards. -Editor

"While completing my set of OPA ration tokens, I stored them in 2x2 cardboard holders and once the set was complete, the 2x2 went into a box a put away with the other 2x2 boxes.

Last week I received an email from Doug Bell asking if I had any MPC which might fit into his collection of notes in the worst possible condition; I was able to provide a few fractionals. When Doug asked if I collected OPA tokens and if I might be interested in a plastic holder which he had developed and manufactured to store/display them. I was interested and now my OPA collection is housed in the custom-built holder you see pictured.

The 8 1/2x11 size is perfect for storage, makes for an attractive display and the sturdy plastic construction keeps the tokens protected. The board is held together with plastic screws for easy assembly, comes with five background colors, and for me, is the best way to house my OPA token collection. I should also mention the OPA Pattern token is a laser engraved reproduction.

If you have an OPA Token collection, I think Doug's board is the best way to store them."

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