COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin features an engraving of a seated figure holding a staff, surrounded by stars along the edge, which is a classic design from historical American coinage. The date inscribed at the bottom reads "1858," suggesting it might be a Seated Liberty Dime or Quarter from that era. The intricate details of the figure and stars highlight the craftsmanship of the period. The coin's weathered appearance indicates it has been handled or aged over time, adding to its vintage appeal.

The coin features an engraving of a seated figure holding a staff, surrounded by stars along the edge, which is a classic design from historical American coinage. The date inscribed at the bottom reads "1858," suggesting it might be a Seated Liberty Dime or Quarter from that era. The intricate details of the figure and stars highlight the craftsmanship of the period. The coin's weathered appearance indicates it has been handled or aged over time, adding to its vintage appeal.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

1983.18.5

Description

"HALF DIME".

Collection

HISTORY

Made/Created

Date made

1838

Place

Country

United States of America

Notes

Early Date: 1838

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair