Collectible coins can encompass a wide range of types, including historical coins, commemorative issues, and novelty items such as elongated coins. Elongated coins are created by rolling a coin through a machine, which flattens it and often imprints a design on its surface. The elongated coin featuring "Martin Dow" from 1898 is an example of this interesting category, representing a unique piece of numismatic history with potentially unknown provenance. Collectors often seek such items for their uniqueness and the stories they tell regarding their origins and usage.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1898 Omaha M&D-2, On 1883 1c Ne Ms Other / Varied Elongated Coins - Martin & Dow 1898 Unknown