Pierre Trudeau Advertising Coin

Starting in the 1960s, customers who filled their vehicle up with gasoline at a Shell Oil station in Canada would receive a free promotional medallion like this. To collect them all, you would need to keep going back to Shell Oil stations. The Prime Minister series were made out of zinc plated with a thin layer of brass. But, almost always, the brass layer is found missing, leaving nothing but zinc. Another common defect is a weak strike on Parliament Hill - the very high relief on the heads of the Prime Ministers led to less metal going towards the other side of the token. This one is in great condition with Parliament Hill perfectly struck on it! At Barter Simpsons AOTD we encourage negotiation and bartering, so even if it’s not $10 don’t hesitate to put in a monetary or a trade offer!

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