James Buchanan 15th President Bronze Numismatic Medal 1857-1861 Old Buck

This item is a vintage James Buchanan 15th President Commemorative Token. Subject: James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States, who served from 1857 to 1861. Manufacturer: Many of these tokens were produced by the Scovill Manufacturing Company in Waterbury, Connecticut. Features: It is a brass or gold-toned metal token measuring approximately 1 inch (25-26 mm) in diameter. History: Some of these tokens were part of a "Presidential Hall of Fame" promotional series by the Shell Oil Company in the mid-20th century.