COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

This coin appears to be from the United States, as indicated by the partially visible inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" around the edge. The coin's date, 1882, is clearly marked at the bottom near the rim. At the center of the obverse side, there is an engraved profile of a person wearing a traditional Native American headdress. The coin’s design is intricate, with fine detailing in the headdress and facial features, capturing a sense of historical craftsmanship. The coin's dull, brownish hue suggests it is made of an aged metal, possibly copper, typical of coins from that era. Overall, the image conveys a sense of history and antiquity, with the coin being a fascinating artifact from the late 19th century, a period when such coins were commonly circulated in the United States, reflecting the culture and artistry of the time.

This coin appears to be from the United States, as indicated by the partially visible inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" around the edge. The coin's date, 1882, is clearly marked at the bottom near the rim. At the center of the obverse side, there is an engraved profile of a person wearing a traditional Native American headdress. The coin’s design is intricate, with fine detailing in the headdress and facial features, capturing a sense of historical craftsmanship. The coin's dull, brownish hue suggests it is made of an aged metal, possibly copper, typical of coins from that era. Overall, the image conveys a sense of history and antiquity, with the coin being a fascinating artifact from the late 19th century, a period when such coins were commonly circulated in the United States, reflecting the culture and artistry of the time.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10841

Description

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

Collection

MONEY, Coins

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 15, 2004