Plaque/jeton set in like a brass porthole case (1 Viewer)

[kaimat]

Something weird I found lately. No maker name that I can find, and I don't know what game these are designed for with the dice and the metal pin/pointer.

The 10 unit jeton is just smaller than a 39mm chip. It is an interesting set although I think it will do nothing but collect dust in a closet.

 

[BKisback]

From ChatGPT:

Closer Analysis of Your Set​

1.​

• The discs appear to be Bakelite or Catalin, a common material in mid-20th century French and European jeton sets.
• The flat, ridged edge style and uniform cream color were typical of sets meant to evoke elegance over practicality—again pointing to Bouillotte, Baccarat, or multi-game use.
• The values (5 to 1000) are not typical for poker, but they are useful for games where betting or scoring spans a wide range—common in European casino-style card games.

2.​

• The strange “metal pointer” is most likely a banker indicator or direction pointer.
  
  • In Chemin de Fer, the banker position rotates, and such an arm would be moved to show who is next.
  • In roulette-inspired parlor games, pointers were occasionally used to mark outcomes.

3.​

• The multi-tiered compartment layout suggests the set was designed for both gameplay and display—another strong point toward European gaming parlor traditions, not American-style poker.
• The inclusion of dice implies some flexibility for different games, but their secondary position suggests they are not the primary focus.

Most Likely Use: Multi-Game Gambling Set (Baccarat / Bouillotte / Chemin de Fer)​

These kinds of luxury sets were very popular among European elites between the 1920s and 1960s and were usually bespoke or limited-production items. Even without a logo, your set fits that lineage closely.

If you wanted to restore or display it, you might label it:

“Vintage French Jeton Gaming Set – c.1930s–50s – For Baccarat, Bouillotte, and Parlor Card Games”

 

[Mushmanchuman]

That lid is pretty cool. Seals in the air like a bio-hazard

 

[ekricket]

Looks like something from a submarine.

 

[Gus]

Definitely has a maritime vibe. Windows on sailboats are often shaped just like that, with those types of latches for waterproofing as waves can wash over the deck. Also everything looks to be waterproof / safe for extended use on a boat. Would love to hear of the origins if anyone figures it out.