The real origins of the Round Tuit are unknown. A popular poem
appeared sometime in the 20th century, using the word play from the
phrase "when I get around to it".
The poem reads:
This is a round tuit. Guard it with your life!
Tuits are hard to come by, especially the round ones.
It will help you become a much more efficient worker.
For years you've heard people say "I'll do that when I get a
round tuit."
So now that you have one, you can accomplish all those things
you put aside until you got a Round Tuit.
The Round Tuit is an object that can be used as a joke or
motivational tool for anyone who procrastinates (delays and puts
off tasks).
Sometimes the letters "TUIT" or "ROUND TUIT" are written,
printed or embossed on a piece of paper, card, metal, wood or
ceramic object, which is usually round itself. These tokens can
then be passed on as a gift or reminder for someone to complete a
task.