COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin, dated 1856, appears to be from the United States and exhibits a woman’s profile surrounded by stars along the edge, indicative of the Liberty Head design used during that period. The surface of the coin displays a patina, characteristic of its historical age, with subtle signs of wear that hint at its long existence. The textile underneath adds texture to the composition, with visible fibers contrasting the smooth metallic surface of the coin, enriching the visual appeal and context of the scene.

The coin, dated 1856, appears to be from the United States and exhibits a woman’s profile surrounded by stars along the edge, indicative of the Liberty Head design used during that period. The surface of the coin displays a patina, characteristic of its historical age, with subtle signs of wear that hint at its long existence. The textile underneath adds texture to the composition, with visible fibers contrasting the smooth metallic surface of the coin, enriching the visual appeal and context of the scene.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

475/11588

Description

United States/"one Cent"/Copper/Bust of Liberty on one side.

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1856

Place

Country

United States of America

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Depth

1/8 in

Diameter

1-1/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 5, 2004