COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin features an engraving of a person's profile, adorned with what appears to be a laurel wreath, with visible text around the edge that reads "PROVINCE OF UPPER CANADA." The coin's surface shows signs of age, characterized by its patina and weathered appearance, which likely indicates its historical significance and value as a collectible item. The intricate details of the laurel and the portrait's features are delicately etched, highlighting the craftsmanship of the time.

The coin features an engraving of a person's profile, adorned with what appears to be a laurel wreath, with visible text around the edge that reads "PROVINCE OF UPPER CANADA." The coin's surface shows signs of age, characterized by its patina and weathered appearance, which likely indicates its historical significance and value as a collectible item. The intricate details of the laurel and the portrait's features are delicately etched, highlighting the craftsmanship of the time.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10935

Description

Canada/"Half Penny Token"/"Province of Upper Canada"- man's head in center

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1830 - 1840

Place

Country

Canada

Notes

Date: 1830-1840

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