1939 Cooperstown Souvenir Token?

[Andrew1975]

Can anyone tell me anything about this item? It was advertised on eBay as a souvenir from the Hall of Fame, circa 1939. It is approximately 1 1/4 inches, and shows minor wear to some of the raised areas. I was able to find a few others online, but very little info. I guess worst case I'm out $28 if it is a modern item, reproduction etc. Thanks!

Andrew

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[slidekellyslide]

They are old. I have seen some sellers claim that they were given out at the 1939 celebration at Cooperstown. I have seen some of them that are very worn so I believe this is a good possibility that they are from that time period.

[bigtrain]

They have some age to them but are not from 1939 as they picture the first addition to the Museum buiding that was added some years later.

[Andrew1975]

Great info, thanks Dan and Tom. Makes sense... Landis' words couldn't be quoted on a coin that was handed out the same day as his speech!

[da-bullman]

I believe this was a token was for sale in the gift shop in 1964. there are 3 different versions see attached also check out my web site www.1939baseball.com All the Best Steve

[Andrew1975]

Steve, thank you for the info...and great website!