Vintage St Labre Indian School Commemorative Buffalo 5 Cent Medal Token
Add a unique piece of American history to your collection with this vintage commemorative promotional token issued by the St. Labre Indian School (Ashland, Montana).
Features a detailed high-relief profile portrait of two Native American children in traditional attire. Boldly inscribed along the lower rim with: "ST. LABRE INDIAN SCHOOL • SINCE 1884". The back showcases an elaborate American Buffalo design modeled explicitly after the classic United States five-cent Buffalo Nickel layout, complete with the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "FIVE CENTS".
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Composition: Base Metal / Copper-Nickel / Brass Alloy
Weight: 8 grams
Size: 1.1 inches
Condition: Circulated vintage condition showing minor handling wear and a soft, natural aged patina on the surfaces.