No Date Medal Black Hills, South Dakota 72mm Lucky Penny

Coin Details

Description

This undated medal at 72mm is a "Lucky Penny" souvenir from the Black Hills of South Dakota. The Black Hills, sacred to the Lakota Sioux and home to Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, and Deadwood, have been a major tourist destination since the late nineteenth century. "Lucky Penny" medals — elongated or oversized souvenir pieces — are a tradition at American tourist attractions, produced as affordable mementos for visitors. The study of medal production techniques — from die engraving and planchet preparation through striking and finishing — reveals the intersection of artistic vision and industrial manufacturing that characterizes the medallic arts. The evolution of medal distribution methods — from personal presentation and organizational distribution to retail sale, mail order, and online commerce — reflects broader changes in American consumer culture and numismatic practice. The 72mm diameter makes this a substantial souvenir piece, larger than typical tourist medals, suggesting it was a premium offering at Black Hills gift shops.

Rarity Notes

72mm Lucky Penny souvenir. Black Hills, South Dakota. Tourist attraction medal. Moderate production.

Cross References

PCGS #934393; Black Hills; South Dakota; Lucky Penny; Tourist Souvenir