VINTAGE THEODORE ROOSEVELT PRESIDENTIAL GOLD TONE BRONZE SOUVENIR COIN

Theodore Roosevelt Jr., also known as Teddy or T. R., was the 26th president of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. Roosevelt previously was involved in New York politics, including serving as the state's 33rd governor for two years. The coin depicts an image of President Roosevelt on the front. His accomplishments are found on the back of the coin along with an aphorism of his, which says, “Speak softly and carry a big stick”. This token was made by the Scovill Manufacturing Company of Waterbury, Connecticut during the mid-20th century. The Scovill Company was established in 1802 as a button manufacturer and is still in business today. Scovill was an early industrial American innovator, adapting armory manufacturing processes to mass-produce a variety of consumer goods including buttons, daguerreotype mats, and commemorative tokens. It is used, but in very good condition with some minor scratches due to its age and usage. (SEE PHOTOS)