COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin is circular and appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, judging by its brownish color and slight patina. The coin's design features a central rectangular area, which may have once held an inscription or image that has since worn away, making it difficult to discern its original details. Around the edges of the coin, there is text inscribed in a circular fashion, which is also partially worn but still visible. The background fabric has a velvety appearance with a notable deep blue hue, providing contrast to the metallic sheen of the coin. Some fibers and small particles are visible on the fabric, highlighting its texture. The overall composition of the image focuses on the age and historical significance of the coin, enhanced by the contrast between the dark background and the metallic object resting upon it, inviting curiosity about its origins and story.

The coin is circular and appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, judging by its brownish color and slight patina. The coin's design features a central rectangular area, which may have once held an inscription or image that has since worn away, making it difficult to discern its original details. Around the edges of the coin, there is text inscribed in a circular fashion, which is also partially worn but still visible. The background fabric has a velvety appearance with a notable deep blue hue, providing contrast to the metallic sheen of the coin. Some fibers and small particles are visible on the fabric, highlighting its texture. The overall composition of the image focuses on the age and historical significance of the coin, enhanced by the contrast between the dark background and the metallic object resting upon it, inviting curiosity about its origins and story.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10896

Description

Coin/Unknown/"Shrewsbury - Half-Penny"/"Salop Woollen Manufactory"

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1790 - 1800

Notes

Date: 1790-1800

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

Height

0 in

Diameter

1-1/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 10, 2004