COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a 1930 coin from the Republica de Panama. The coin features intricate detailing, including a heraldic shield topped by an eagle with outspread wings, which is typical of national emblems signifying strength and sovereignty. Surrounding the eagle are nine stars, likely representing the nation's provinces at the time. The text "REPUBLICA DE PANAMA" is inscribed around the upper edge of the coin, indicating its origin. Additionally, the text "LEY 0.900" and "GR 12.50" are also visible, providing information about the coin's composition and weight. Beneath the shield, the year "1930" is prominently displayed, denoting the minting year, which gives historical context to the coin.  The intricate artwork and historical inscriptions hint at the coin's cultural and num

The image depicts a 1930 coin from the Republica de Panama. The coin features intricate detailing, including a heraldic shield topped by an eagle with outspread wings, which is typical of national emblems signifying strength and sovereignty. Surrounding the eagle are nine stars, likely representing the nation's provinces at the time. The text "REPUBLICA DE PANAMA" is inscribed around the upper edge of the coin, indicating its origin. Additionally, the text "LEY 0.900" and "GR 12.50" are also visible, providing information about the coin's composition and weight. Beneath the shield, the year "1930" is prominently displayed, denoting the minting year, which gives historical context to the coin. The intricate artwork and historical inscriptions hint at the coin's cultural and num

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

681/16640

Description

Panama/"Medio Balboa"/coat of arms on other side

Collection

MONEY, ETHNOGRAPHIC/PANAMA, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1930 - 1940

Place

Country

Panama

Notes

Date: 1930-1940

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