COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin is round, with a shield emblem at the top and the words "ONE CENT" prominently displayed in the center. Surrounding the text is a wreath design that adds detail to the coin's surface. The overall color of the coin suggests that it is made of a metal with a bronze or copper-like hue, which is characteristic of older coins. The intricate details and the emblem suggest it might be of historical significance, possibly a vintage or antique piece, given its classic design elements.

The coin is round, with a shield emblem at the top and the words "ONE CENT" prominently displayed in the center. Surrounding the text is a wreath design that adds detail to the coin's surface. The overall color of the coin suggests that it is made of a metal with a bronze or copper-like hue, which is characteristic of older coins. The intricate details and the emblem suggest it might be of historical significance, possibly a vintage or antique piece, given its classic design elements.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

475/11610

Description

United States/"One Cent"/Indian Head on one side/copper

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1883

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

3/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 8, 2004