COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin, which appears to be old, features the profile of a figure wearing a distinctive headdress, possibly a bishop’s mitre or similar ceremonial headgear, suggesting ecclesiastical or religious significance. The borders of the coin include an inscription, although some parts are worn and difficult to decipher. The coin has a golden hue, indicative of tarnish or age, and its surface shows signs of wear and scratches, hinting at a long history. The overall composition suggests that the coin may have both numismatic and historical value.

The coin, which appears to be old, features the profile of a figure wearing a distinctive headdress, possibly a bishop’s mitre or similar ceremonial headgear, suggesting ecclesiastical or religious significance. The borders of the coin include an inscription, although some parts are worn and difficult to decipher. The coin has a golden hue, indicative of tarnish or age, and its surface shows signs of wear and scratches, hinting at a long history. The overall composition suggests that the coin may have both numismatic and historical value.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10892

Description

Ireland/"Cronebane Half Penny" and man's head on one side/"Associated Irish Mine Company 1789" and crest on one side

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1780 - 1790

Place

Country

Ireland

Notes

Date: 1780-1790

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

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 18, 2004