New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe of Thoth Token

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe of Thoth Token New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe of Thoth Mexican Treasure Doubloon Token This vintage Mardi Gras doubloon represents the Krewe of Thoth, a prominent social organization founded in 1947 in New Orleans. The obverse features the traditional Egyptian-themed deity Thoth, the god of wisdom and writing, depicted in a classic profile with the inscription New Orleans Mardi Gras and Krewe of Thoth. The reverse showcases an intricate Mexican Treasure theme, featuring a stylized Aztec or Mayan sun stone calendar design with bold lettering reading Mexican Treasure around the perimeter. Struck in a silver-toned metal with a reeded edge, this uncirculated token captures the spirit of the historic Uptown parade route and serves as a highly collectible piece of Louisiana carnival history. New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe of Thoth Mexican Treasure Doubloon Condition: This token is in circulated condition, displaying visible surface scratches, small rim nicks, and localized oxidation consistent with being a parade favor. The aluminum composition retains its original luster, though the fields show significant contact marks and bag wear. The strike is well-defined with clear lettering for both the Krewe name and the Mexican Treasure theme. Historical Context: This doubloon was issued by the Krewe of Thoth, a prominent New Orleans Carnival organization founded in 1947 known for its unique parade route that passes by many healthcare institutions. These tokens are traditional "throws" tossed from parade floats to spectators during the Mardi Gras season. Metal Content: Aluminum. Strike Type: Business strike doubloon with reeded edges. Grading: Ungraded/Circulated. Mint: Private Mint. Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Krewe of Thoth, Doubloon, Aluminum, Token, Numismatics, Thoth, Mexican Treasure, Collectible, Carnival, Souvenir, Medal, Egyptian Mythology, Coinage Mardi Gras doubloon, Krewe of Thoth, New Orleans collectible, vintage aluminum coin, Mexican Treasure theme, Mardi Gras memorabilia, numismatic exonumia, carnival parade throw, Thoth medallion, New Orleans history IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchan