COINS OF WOOD? What can you make of these?

[alpha81]

I know these are unique. Anyone know the age and overall value?

Thanks!

 

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[huntsman53]

Probably 1950's to Present but Wooden Nickels/Tokens have been in use since about 1888 and became very popular in the 1930's.


Frank

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

I actually have one identical to the Indian side but Im not old enough to collect from the 50s. I say 70s or 80s. I will try to search for a pic of mine

 

[2screwed]

a little history of the wooden nickel:

Old Time Wooden Nickel Company | History

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

I found mine. Im sure mine is no older than the 70s, most likely 80s but could even possibly have been manufactured later I have a cool wooden nickle souvenir from a tourist attraction from the early 60s but it looks much different. Everything has value and I will sell but Im afraid its only worth what someone is willing to pay and thats not much im afraid..

As Nitric said, more like a coupon. I think mine was good for a free drink or something.

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

BRCF > Home

 

[NGE]

The one with the word "TUIT" on it, was given to procrastinators. The likes of which would always say "I'll fix it when I get a round to it" hence the "round wooden token with the word TUIT on it.......nge There be your round tuit!

 

[SCDigginWithAK]

We went fishing at the local beach pore yesterday and were given wooden nickels as advertisement and discount. I see them all the time for same at flea markets and antique shops. Don't see anybody buy them though

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Here are a couple wooden nickles good for free drinks made into jewelry. https://www.etsy.com/listing/181136707/flash-sale-one-vintage-wood-coin?ref=market

 

[pat-tekker-cat]

I thought everyone had a round tuit.
What was the old saying, "Don't be taking no wooden nickels"?