A small, advertising game of chance made of metal and glass, in the colors of the Guérin-Boutron chocolate company in Paris. This disc contains a small lead ball with a numbered wheel that produces a random result, in the style of the bar games or promotional games of the Belle Époque. On the other side is a pocket mirror. These objects were used as playful promotional tools to attract customers, combining advertising and entertainment in a compact format.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: Diameter 5 cm ✦ Material: Metal and glass ✦ Condition: Marked wear from use, visible oxidation, functional.
A typical item from Belle Époque commercial practices, sought after for collections of vintage advertising and counter items.
