COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a vintage coin with the inscription "PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA" around the edge, featuring a profile of a person in the center. The coin appears to be made of a copper-like metal and shows signs of age, including some tarnishing. It is set against a deep blue velvet-like background, which accentuates its historical appearance. The details on the coin, such as the facial features and hair of the profile, reflect the engraving style typical of old currency. The aged patina and slight irregularities in shape suggest it has been well-circulated and perhaps dates back to a period when Nova Scotia was a separate province before joining Canadian Confederation. Overall, this coin likely holds historical significance and represents a piece of the monetary history of Nova Scotia.

The image showcases a vintage coin with the inscription "PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA" around the edge, featuring a profile of a person in the center. The coin appears to be made of a copper-like metal and shows signs of age, including some tarnishing. It is set against a deep blue velvet-like background, which accentuates its historical appearance. The details on the coin, such as the facial features and hair of the profile, reflect the engraving style typical of old currency. The aged patina and slight irregularities in shape suggest it has been well-circulated and perhaps dates back to a period when Nova Scotia was a separate province before joining Canadian Confederation. Overall, this coin likely holds historical significance and represents a piece of the monetary history of Nova Scotia.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10927 B

Description

"Province of Nova Scotia" and head of a man on one side/"Half Penny token" on other side/copper?

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1824

Place

State/Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

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

1-1/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Copper?

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 15, 2004