1964 1965 NY World's Fair Neutron Irradiated Dime Atomic Energy Commission Blue

Vintage 1964-1965 New York World's Fair souvenir featuring a Roosevelt dime encased in a blue plastic holder. This unique piece of memorabilia was created by the United States Atomic Energy Commission and features a "Neutron Irradiated Dime" as part of an exhibit demonstrating atomic energy. The blue plastic disc displays the atomic symbol and text for both the N.Y. World's Fair and the Atomic Energy Commission. It comes attached to its original metal ball chain. A fascinating artifact from the Space Age era and a great addition to any collection of World's Fair or science-related memorabilia.