Part III: Business & Regulation · Banking, Chips & Financial Operations
3. Jeton
Chips
A jeton is a European term for a gaming token or chip, originally derived from French casino terminology. The term is sometimes used interchangeably with plaque in European and Asian jurisdictions to describe high-value gaming instruments. In modern casino operations, “jeton” may refer to a specific style of chip with a metal core or insert that provides distinctive weight and sound characteristics compared to standard clay or ceramic chips. Some jurisdictions use “jeton” specifically to describe non-denominated or promotional gaming tokens used for tournament play or specialized gaming events.
In practice
Common usage in France, Monaco, and jurisdictions with French gaming heritage. In Macau, the term occasionally appears in regulatory documents referring to high-value gaming instruments.
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