COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

This coin is dated 1880 and features the profile of a person wearing a Native American headdress on its surface. The text encircling the profile reads "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," clearly evident along the coin's circumference. The coin's design, detail, and patina suggest its historical significance and age, possibly attributing to its numismatic value. The intricate features of the headdress and the profile add to the overall aesthetic and historical appeal of the coin.

This coin is dated 1880 and features the profile of a person wearing a Native American headdress on its surface. The text encircling the profile reads "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," clearly evident along the coin's circumference. The coin's design, detail, and patina suggest its historical significance and age, possibly attributing to its numismatic value. The intricate features of the headdress and the profile add to the overall aesthetic and historical appeal of the coin.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10840

Description

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

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1880

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 15, 2004