Annie Duke 'The Duchess' $100 Poker Chip
Decorative gaming object, circular poker chip • Commercial manufacturer; designer unknown
Style & Movement
Contemporary commercial design/Merchandising
Medium & Technique
Composite ceramic or high-density polymer with digital inlay/decal and textured matte finish
Creation Period
Early 21st century, likely circa 2004-2010 during the peak of the poker boom
Dimensions & Format
Standard poker chip size; approximately 39mm diameter, circular format
Subject Description
Portrayal of professional poker player Annie Duke, nicknamed 'The Duchess.' The design features her portrait centered within a banner, denomination of $100, and 'Annie Duke Professional Poker' text. Background includes card suit icons and decorative scrolls.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; shows visible signs of handling, surface wear, and significant edge damage/chipping at the top right edge
Estimated Market Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$1.00 - $10.00 USD (typically sold in bulk sets)
Provenance History
Likely part of a commercial home poker set or promotional merchandise; individual history unknown
Art Historical Significance
Represents the 'Poker Boom' era of the mid-2000s; culturally significant as memorabilia of one of the first female celebrity poker players during the televised poker era.
Notable Features
Features the specific 'The Duchess' moniker used during her height of fame and stylized typographical elements characteristic of mid-2000s sports marketing.
Condition Issues
Notable impact damage at the 1 o'clock position (edge loss), surface abrasions, and dirt accumulation in technical crevices.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning with a dry microfiber cloth; store in a protective acrylic coin capsule to prevent further edge chipping.