Coin

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a vintage coin labeled as a "BANK TOKEN" with the denomination of "ONE HALF PENNY" emblazoned on its face. Central to the coin’s design are crossed anchors, a symbol often associated with maritime themes, possibly representing naval heritage or trade. Above the anchors, a crown is depicted, signifying regal authority or governance. Surrounding the central iconography is a border of small dots which provide a decorative edge to the coin. The coin's metallic surface displays a patina indicative of its age, suggesting it is a historical artifact.

The image features a vintage coin labeled as a "BANK TOKEN" with the denomination of "ONE HALF PENNY" emblazoned on its face. Central to the coin’s design are crossed anchors, a symbol often associated with maritime themes, possibly representing naval heritage or trade. Above the anchors, a crown is depicted, signifying regal authority or governance. Surrounding the central iconography is a border of small dots which provide a decorative edge to the coin. The coin's metallic surface displays a patina indicative of its age, suggesting it is a historical artifact.

Name/Title

Coin

Entry/Object ID

166/10951

Description

Bank of Upper Canada/warrior on horse tramping dragon/1/2 penny token/two horns of plenty/emblem with crown above

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1850

Place

Country

Canada

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Aug 13, 2015