COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin prominently features the image of a bird in flight at its center, and below the bird is the year "1857" engraved clearly. Around the edge of the coin, there is faded text, likely denoting its denomination or country of origin, although the text is not distinct enough to read entirely. The surface of the coin exhibits signs of wear, suggesting it is quite old and may have significant historical value. The coin's patina and slight discoloration enhance its antique appearance, giving it an aura of historical significance. Placing the coin against the deep blue background creates a striking contrast, making the coin stand out visually. The combination of the coin’s imagery, text, and year indicates that this coin could be an object of interest for collectors or historians, serving as a tangible connection to the past.

The coin prominently features the image of a bird in flight at its center, and below the bird is the year "1857" engraved clearly. Around the edge of the coin, there is faded text, likely denoting its denomination or country of origin, although the text is not distinct enough to read entirely. The surface of the coin exhibits signs of wear, suggesting it is quite old and may have significant historical value. The coin's patina and slight discoloration enhance its antique appearance, giving it an aura of historical significance. Placing the coin against the deep blue background creates a striking contrast, making the coin stand out visually. The combination of the coin’s imagery, text, and year indicates that this coin could be an object of interest for collectors or historians, serving as a tangible connection to the past.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10830

Description

United States/"One Cent"/Flying Eagle on other side/copper

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1857

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

3/4 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 10, 2004