COIN

Object/Artifact

-

St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts an antique coin from the United States of America. The coin features the words "HALF CENT" prominently in the center, with a decorative wreath encircling the text. Surrounding the wreath, the outer edge of the coin is inscribed with the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." The coin's surface appears weathered, indicating its age, with a patina covering the metal, which might be copper or a similar alloy. The design elements, such as the wreath, are intricately detailed, giving the coin a classic and historical appearance. The coin rests on a textured, dark blue surface that contrasts with its metallic shine.

The image depicts an antique coin from the United States of America. The coin features the words "HALF CENT" prominently in the center, with a decorative wreath encircling the text. Surrounding the wreath, the outer edge of the coin is inscribed with the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." The coin's surface appears weathered, indicating its age, with a patina covering the metal, which might be copper or a similar alloy. The design elements, such as the wreath, are intricately detailed, giving the coin a classic and historical appearance. The coin rests on a textured, dark blue surface that contrasts with its metallic shine.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10814

Description

United States/"half cent" and wreath on one side/Liberty head and stars on one side/copper

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1828

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

Height

1/16 in

Diameter

1 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 16, 2004