Kiwanis Dope Stop Anti-Drug Token
Country of Origin: United States; Kiwanis International
Year of Issue: Circa 1970s
Denomination: N/A (Sovic/Action Token)
Composition: Aluminum
Brief Description
A circular aluminum token with anti-drug slogans produced for an outreach program by the Kiwanis service organization.
Historical Significance
Issued during the drug awareness campaigns of the 1970s, this token was distributed by Kiwanis clubs as part of their 'Operation Drug Alert' or 'Dope Stop' programs aimed at youth education and prevention.
Estimated Value
$1-$5 (Commonly found in local organization collections or exonumia bins)
Care Instructions
Avoid cleaning as aluminum can scratch easily. Store in a dry environment to prevent oxidation/white corrosion. Handle by edges to avoid fingerprints.
Mint Mark
None visible
Mintage & Rarity
Common; mass-produced for local club distribution across North America.
Weight & Diameter
Approximately 1.5g and 29mm (standard aluminum token size)
Edge
Plain
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (shows minor surface scratches consistent with loose storage).
Obverse (Front)
Text along the rim reading 'KIWANIS-DOPE STOP' at the top and 'THIS IS MY THING' at the bottom. Blank center.
Reverse (Back)
Text along the rim reading 'I'M NO DOPE' at the top and 'I'M A DOPE STOPPER' at the bottom. Small hyphen/dash in the center.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Historical interest in the slogan, condition (scratches on aluminum impact eye appeal), and specific local club interest.
Similar Coins
Often confused with sobriety chips (AA) or other school-distributed 'Just Say No' tokens from the 1980s.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
These are not typically counterfeited due to low market value. Authentic pieces are lightweight aluminum.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Some versions may feature specific city names or local Kiwanis club chapters.
Created At: 2026-06-25T04:26:37.220238