James Madison Presidential Game Coin/Token (Cracker Jack or similar promo)

United States of America (Private Mintage) · Circa 1930s

A small circular bronze-colored token featuring James Madison on the obverse and an eagle over a shield on the reverse.

Country: United States of America (Private Mintage)
Year: Circa 1930s
Denomination: None (Game/Educational Token)
Metal: Brass-plated steel or bronze alloy
Grade: Very Good to Fine (visible wear on high points, toning, and surface oxidation)

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Overview

A small circular bronze-colored token featuring James Madison on the obverse and an eagle over a shield on the reverse.

Historical significance

These tokens were widely distributed in the mid-20th century as educational premiums or game pieces, most notably by the Cracker Jack company. They were designed to teach children about U.S. Presidents.

Obverse (front)

Bust of James Madison facing left, flanked by his years in office '1809' and '1817'. Legends: 'PRESIDENT, U.S.A.' at top, 'JAMES MADISON' at bottom.

Reverse (back)

An eagle perched on a shield. Inside the shield is the text 'PRESIDENT 4 COIN'. Five stars are visible on the sides (three left, two right).

Estimated value

$1-$5 in circulated condition, $10-$20 in high grade

What drives this coin's value

Condition and the specific series set it belongs to (some variations in metal or reverse design can be rarer).

Grade assessment

Very Good to Fine (visible wear on high points, toning, and surface oxidation)

Mintage & rarity

Very high mintage; extremely common collector item

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

These are not financial coins, so counterfeits are rare; however, check for magnetic properties which can indicate different production batches or base metals.