Obverse

Reverse

No face value (Advertising Medal / Souvenir)

Keystone Watch Case Co. 1893 World's Columbian Exposition Souvenir Medal (So-Called Dollar variant)

United States, Keystone Watch Case Co. (Philadelphia, PA) · 1893

A watch-shaped advertising medal with a top loop, commemorating the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.

Country: United States, Keystone Watch Case Co. (Philadelphia, PA)
Year: 1893
Denomination: No face value (Advertising Medal / Souvenir)
Metal: White Metal / German Silver (Nickel-Copper-Zinc alloy)

This report is AI-generated and can be wrong. Always verify grade, authenticity, and value with a qualified dealer or certified grading service before buying, selling, or insuring.

Identified June 23, 2026More united states, keystone watch case co. (philadelphia, pa) coins →

Explore Keystone Watch Case Co. 1893 World's Columbian Exposition Souvenir Medal (So-Called Dollar variant) in the encyclopedia →

Identify your own coins.

Get a report just like this from any photo, free.

App Store Google Play

Overview

A watch-shaped advertising medal with a top loop, commemorating the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.

Historical significance

Issued for the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, one of the most influential world's fairs. The Philadelphia-based Keystone Watch Case Co. used this to promote their 'Non-Pull-Out' watch bows.

Obverse (front)

Features a globe centered on the Western Hemisphere with 'PHILA' marked; legend 'COMPLIMENTS OF KEYSTONE WATCH CASE CO.' surrounds. Top features a watch-style bow marked 'NON-PULL-OUT'.

Reverse (back)

Shield-like design with the text 'SOUVENIR WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION CHICAGO 1893' in various fonts.

Estimated value

$15-$40 in circulated condition; $75-$150 in high-grade or uncirculated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition is the primary factor. Value increases significantly if the top 'bow' is intact and sturdy, and if the original white metal luster remains.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine; shows significant surface wear, small scratches, and darkening/toning consistent with age and handling.

Mintage & rarity

Common for fair souvenirs; thousands produced, but high-grade specimens are scarcer.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the crispness of the 'NON-PULL-OUT' lettering on the bow. Most examples are genuine as they were widely distributed mass-market items.

Notable varieties & errors

Versions exist in different metal finishes (rarely gilt) and slight variations in the engraving of the globe.

Similar coins

HK-225 (official medals) and various other Chicago 1893 trade tokens. This is distinguished by its unique watch-shaped silhouette.

Care & preservation

Do not clean or polish, as this removes original patina. Store in an acid-free holder to prevent environmental corrosion of white metal.

Other united states, keystone watch case co. (philadelphia, pa) coins

See all

Lincoln Bicentennial / Union Shield Cent

USA - United States Mint · 2010 to Present

One Cent ($0.01)

Donald J. Trump Commemorative Coin

United States · The exact year is not inscribed on the coin, but it would have been issued during or after Donald Trump's presidency (2017-2021).

This is a commemorative coin and does not have a monetary denomination.

Twenty Five Centavos

Philippines (under US Administration) · 1932

25 Centavos

Andrew Johnson Presidential Dollar

United States · 2011

Kennedy Half Dollar

United States · 1985

50 cents

Nickel

United States · Typically issued from 1938 onwards with various designs

5 Cents