1915 Token TC-217233 Bronze 18mm Panama Pacific Exposition MT

Coin Details

Description

This 1915 bronze token at 18mm diameter, cataloged as TC-217233, commemorates the Panama-Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco in 1915. The exposition celebrated the completion of the Panama Canal and San Francisco's recovery from the devastating 1906 earthquake and fire. Despite the small 18mm diameter, the Montana connection suggested by the "MT" designation may indicate distribution through a Montana exhibit or business at the fair. The Panama-Pacific Exposition is legendary in numismatic circles for the gold commemorative coins issued for the event, including the rare $50 round and octagonal pieces. Souvenir tokens like this bronze piece were the affordable alternative, allowing ordinary fairgoers to carry home a memento of the spectacular exposition that drew nearly nineteen million visitors.

Rarity Notes

Bronze 18mm token. TC-217233. Panama-Pacific Exposition souvenirs are popular across all price levels.

Cross References

PCGS #967649; TC-217233; 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition, MT