This listing is for one 1968 James Buchanan Presidential Token, in pristine condition, as pictured. This is a large Medal. The third photo in this listing is meant to demonstrate the size in comparison to a nickel.
This token was a part of Shell Oil Company's promotional Presidential Hall of Fame series. Introduced in 1968 the Shell Oil Company's "Mr. President" promotional contest tapped into the public fascination with the 1968 Presidential race between former Vice-President Richard M. Nixon and the incumbent Vice-President Hubert Humphrey. The game, as described on the outside of the game card folder shown below was a promotion where customers would receive a free "coin" with each visit to their local Shell Service Station. The "coins" were to be stored on the inside of the center-fold game card (see below) until a winning grouping was assembled. They could then be redeemed for the advertised prize.
These medals were struck by, marked by and copyrighted in 1968 by the Franklin Mint. Struck utilizing a 26 millimeter diameter, they were based on sculptor Harold Faulker's "Presidential Series" (Krause catalog ID PRS) struck in 39mm and 32mm sterling silver proofs released by the Franklin Mint through subscription in 1967.
Obverse
Lettering:
JAMES BUCHANAN, FM, 1857-1861, 15TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
Reverse
Lettering: JAMES BUCHANAN, BORN APR. 23, 1791, NICKNAMED "OLD BUCK"
ONLY BACHELOR PRESIDENT, SECOND OLDEST ELECTED PRESIDENT,
FAILED TO SAVE THE UNION. DIED JUNE 1, 1868
James Buchanan Presidential Token 1968 - 15th President of the United States - Old Buck Token 1768-1868 - Bronze - Perfect Condition
This token was a part of Shell Oil Company's promotional Presidential Hall of Fame series. Introduced in 1968 the Shell Oil Company's "Mr. President" promotional contest tapped into the public fascination with the 1968 Presidential race between former Vice-President Richard M. Nixon and the incumbent Vice-President Hubert Humphrey. The game, as described on the outside of the game card folder shown below was a promotion where customers would receive a free "coin" with each visit to their local Shell Service Station. The "coins" were to be stored on the inside of the center-fold game card (see below) until a winning grouping was assembled. They could then be redeemed for the advertised prize.
These medals were struck by, marked by and copyrighted in 1968 by the Franklin Mint. Struck utilizing a 26 millimeter diameter, they were based on sculptor Harold Faulker's "Presidential Series" (Krause catalog ID PRS) struck in 39mm and 32mm sterling silver proofs released by the Franklin Mint through subscription in 1967.
Obverse
Lettering:
JAMES BUCHANAN, FM, 1857-1861, 15TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
Reverse
Lettering: JAMES BUCHANAN, BORN APR. 23, 1791, NICKNAMED "OLD BUCK"
ONLY BACHELOR PRESIDENT, SECOND OLDEST ELECTED PRESIDENT,
FAILED TO SAVE THE UNION. DIED JUNE 1, 1868
James Buchanan Presidential Token 1968 - 15th President of the United States - Old Buck Token 1768-1868 - Bronze - Perfect Condition