COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin features a profile portrait of a historical figure wearing a laurel wreath, with the engraving "FIELD MARSHAL WELLINGTON" encircling the edge. The detailed design highlights the person's facial features and uniform, while a laurel branch adorns the lower part. The coin has a bronze appearance, suggesting it has aged, and it contrasts with the rich purple background, emphasizing its antiquity and significance. The craftsmanship reflects a classical style, reminiscent of coins from historical or commemorative collections.

The coin features a profile portrait of a historical figure wearing a laurel wreath, with the engraving "FIELD MARSHAL WELLINGTON" encircling the edge. The detailed design highlights the person's facial features and uniform, while a laurel branch adorns the lower part. The coin has a bronze appearance, suggesting it has aged, and it contrasts with the rich purple background, emphasizing its antiquity and significance. The craftsmanship reflects a classical style, reminiscent of coins from historical or commemorative collections.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10850

Description

"Field Marshall Wellington"/"Half Penny Token"

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1813

Place

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

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 10, 2004