Coin and Paper Money Collecting/president tokens

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Expert: - 2/5/2010


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i have a few president token coins that have some of past presidents on them
with some info about that president on the back i was wondering if you could
tell me anything about them they do not have a date on the but the birth and
death of the presidents are they worth any thing and why were they made and any
info at all .i thank you for your time with me and this question and please have
a nice day or night

Answer
HI Nick,
Although I have more experience with coins, I do know that in the 1960's or 70's, that one of the oil companies produced these "presidential medals" that you got every time you filled up your gas tank.
I am guessing these are the same ones.  To my knowledge, they have no value.

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Joe Hylas
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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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