COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin's design features the words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” along the edge and "ONE CENT" prominently in the center, encircled by a decorative wreath. The coin appears to be worn, indicating its age and potential historical value. The dark fabric beneath the coin provides contrast, making the details on the coin surface more visible. The overall composition draws attention to the coin, suggesting it could be of numismatic interest to collectors or enthusiasts.

The coin's design features the words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” along the edge and "ONE CENT" prominently in the center, encircled by a decorative wreath. The coin appears to be worn, indicating its age and potential historical value. The dark fabric beneath the coin provides contrast, making the details on the coin surface more visible. The overall composition draws attention to the coin, suggesting it could be of numismatic interest to collectors or enthusiasts.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10825

Description

United States/"One Cent"/Liberty head on one side/copper

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1851

Place

Country

United States of America

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 10, 2004