Chip ID Help – “GO” Hot-Stamp Clay Chips (Possible 1930s–40s Illegal?) (1 Viewer)

[papibret]

Hey everyone — looking for help identifying these old clay chips stamped “GO.”

I picked these up in a mixed vintage lot and they look/feel like earlier-era clay. The chips are:

• Off-white / cream clay
• Gold hot stamp: “GO”
• Greek key border pattern
• Uniform in color, no edge spots
• Standard size (roughly 39mm)

Front and back appear identical.

I’m wondering if these might be tied to an illegal club, social club, or private gambling room from the 1930s–1940s, since a lot of initials-only hot-stamps from that era came from unlicensed operations.

If anyone recognizes the mold, the font, the region, or knows of any clubs with the initials G.O., I’d really appreciate any insight.

Thanks in advance — excited to learn what these might be.

 

[Okku]

These more than likely read GD instead of GO.

@Jeff in Iowa could more than likely help. I don't have a membership with the CCA right now so I don't have full access to ChipGuide.

 

[papibret]

These more than likely read GD instead of GO.

@Jeff in Iowa could more than likely help. I don't have a membership with the CCA right now so I don't have full access to ChipGuide.

Ah yes. Good call. I’ve battled between GO, GD, & 60