COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

Coin A: The image features an ancient-looking, round coin made of metal, possibly bronze, with a square hole in the center, lying on a textured, deep purple surface. The coin showcases a patina indicative of age and wear, with inscriptions or characters etched around the square hole. The design is reminiscent of old Chinese coins, often used in ancient times for trade and currency. The surface of the coin appears slightly oxidized, highlighting a mix of green and brown hues. The intricate details of the markings suggest historical significance and possible cultural value, capturing a glimpse of past monetary systems.
Coin A

The image features an ancient-looking, round coin made of metal, possibly bronze, with a square hole in the center, lying on a textured, deep purple surface. The coin showcases a patina indicative of age and wear, with inscriptions or characters etched around the square hole. The design is reminiscent of old Chinese coins, often used in ancient times for trade and currency. The surface of the coin appears slightly oxidized, highlighting a mix of green and brown hues. The intricate details of the markings suggest historical significance and possible cultural value, capturing a glimpse of past monetary systems.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

475/11613 A-B

Description

China - Oriental/square hole in center/many Oriental characters

Collection

MONEY, ETHNOGRAPHIC/CHINA

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Asia

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

China

Culture/Tribe

Chinese
Asian

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

0 in

Diameter

1 in

Parts

Count

2

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 8, 2004