None (Game Token)
Albert Einstein Shell Game Token
United States; Issued by Shell Oil Company · 1968
A lightweight aluminum promotional game token featuring a portrait of Albert Einstein on the obverse.
- Country
- United States; Issued by Shell Oil Company
- Year
- 1968
- Denomination
- None (Game Token)
- Metal
- Aluminum
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Overview
A lightweight aluminum promotional game token featuring a portrait of Albert Einstein on the obverse.
Historical significance
This token was part of the 'Famous Facts & Faces' game, a promotional sweepstakes held by Shell Oil Company gas stations in the late 1960s. Customers received tokens with purchases to complete a board for prizes.
Obverse (front)
Portrait of Albert Einstein facing forward; 'ALBERT EINSTEIN' along the top rim; '© 1968' and signature on the left field.
Reverse (back)
Text in center: 'SHELL'S Famous & Facts Faces GAME'; bordered by decorative shell patterns representing the company logo.
Estimated value
$1 - $5 (Commonly found in bulk lots or individually for nominal prices)
What drives this coin's value
Condition and completeness of a set. Individual tokens have very little financial value unless part of a complete original game or an error variety.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine (some surface scratches and minor oxidation spots visible on the reverse)
Mintage & rarity
Millions produced; very common.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Weight is the primary factor; aluminum tokens are exceptionally light. Modern reproductions are rare as the originals have little value.
Notable varieties & errors
Some minor die rotations exist, but none add significant value to this specific series.
Similar coins
Often confused with real currency or medals; similar to tokens from Shell's 'Mr. President' or 'States of the Union' series.
Care & preservation
Avoid cleaning as aluminum is soft and scratches easily. Store in a PVC-free flip or 2x2 holder to prevent oxidation/corrosion.
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