Own a piece of cinematic history with this vintage 1926 brass token coin featuring the iconic Charlie Chaplin in his film "The Gold Rush." Produced in Queens Hollinwood, United Kingdom, this coin is a must-have for any dedicated collector of British memorabilia. Its intricate design showcases Chaplin's timeless humor and serves as a reminder of the golden era of British cinema in the 20th century. Whether you're a fan of Chaplin or British culture, this token is a unique addition to any collection.
In 1926 publicists, in an attempt to alert the public to the release of the latest Charlie Chaplin film "The Gold Rush", threw these promotional brass token into the streets, which the public scrambled to claim. The first time this occured was in Manchester, England, where the publicity stunt ended up stopping traffic and led to the promoters being fined. Despite this, the same method of advertising was repeated in many other towns and cities including Sunderland, which culminated in the film being such a huge box office hit