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Is it flat or hollow? What, if anything is on the base (numbers, letters, images)? What is its dimensions and weight?
Don.......
I think it may be part of an old parking meter. I have not found an exact model but check out the pics. I would say parking was a nickel and by the arrow at the bottom that says this side, I bet you put your nickel in the side you were parked on.
You know I bet your right...I've never seen parking meters here in my town and apparently they were taken out of the town in the 80's..I appreciate your help!