This 1 1/2″ wooden nickel is a unique collectible piece of exonumia created for advertising and promotional purposes, commemorating Clown Factory’s Magic Shoot-Out Competition/Convention held in 1988 in San Antonio, Texas. The front of the nickel features “Clown Factory’s San Antonio, TX” at the top, with “Magic Shoot-Out Competition / Convention – 1988” at the bottom, marking this special event in the world of magic and clown performances. In the center, an image of a top hat with a rabbit adds a playful and magical touch to the design.

The reverse side showcases a classic image of an Indian head, with “Wooden Nickel” inscribed above it. Surrounding the image are the details: “Send $2.00 for 25 Wooden Nickels & Catalog, Elbee Co., P.O. Box 230, San Antonio TX 78291,” providing information on how to order additional wooden nickels and catalogs from Elbee Co.

This wooden nickel is a fascinating piece of promotional memorabilia from an exciting competition and convention, perfect for collectors of magic and clown-related exonumia. It serves as both a keepsake from the 1988 event and a piece of history from the San Antonio magic community.