Jake's Numismatic Novelties Index Page

Trinkets - Knickknacks - Doodads & Whatnots

You can call them trinkets, knickknacks, doodads or whatnots. We simply refer to them as Numismatic Novelties. To us, this means something that's made from a coin, looks like a coin or is somehow coin related. These popular little curiosities have been around for quite a while. The history of Elongated Cents dates back to the Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893. The Racketeer Nickel of 1883 goes back an additional decade. Civil War tokens were being used back in 1863. There sure seems to be something connected with years that end in a three. Anyway, I am sure that long before 1863 there must have been various items that would have fit perfectly into the Numismatic Novelty category other than Merchant, Patriotic or Trade Tokens, Medals or Coin Jewelry which dates back to ancient times. But what that item is I do not know. Do You!

Commemorative Coin Wrist Watches

These highly desirable Commemorative Jefferson nickel wristwatches from Mater of Time, Inc. are available in both men's and woman's sizes. There are 4 models with four different styles to choose from, Peace Medal, Keel Boat, Buffalo Nickel, and the Ocean View. These watches are truly a piece of Americana history you can proudly display on your wrist or put away as a family keepsake collectible!

Novelty Celebrity Dollar Bills