COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin features a profile of a woman with her hair styled in a bun, surrounded by the inscription "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA," which translates to "Victoria by the Grace of God." At the bottom edge, the year "1840" is clearly engraved, indicating the coin's date of minting. The coin has a worn appearance, suggesting its age and historical significance. Its bronze color is highlighted against the contrasting background, emphasizing its detailed engravings and text.

The coin features a profile of a woman with her hair styled in a bun, surrounded by the inscription "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA," which translates to "Victoria by the Grace of God." At the bottom edge, the year "1840" is clearly engraved, indicating the coin's date of minting. The coin has a worn appearance, suggesting its age and historical significance. Its bronze color is highlighted against the contrasting background, emphasizing its detailed engravings and text.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10943

Description

"Victoria Dei Gratia" and woman's head on one side/"Britanniar Reg: Fid: Def:" and seated woman on one side/ copper

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1840 - 1850

Place

Country

England

Continent

Europe

Notes

Date: 1840-1850

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

7/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 15, 2004