COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The coin appears to be made of a bronze or copper material, displaying an embossed profile of a figure on one side. The inscription around the edge reads "GEORGIUS IIII DEI GRATIA," indicating it features King George IV and is likely a historical British coin. Notably, there is a small hole near the top edge of the coin, suggesting it might have been used as a pendant. The coin exhibits signs of wear, which indicates its age, yet the details of the figure and inscription remain fairly clear. The blue fabric serves as a contrasting backdrop, helping the coin stand out and highlighting its historical significance. The overall scene evokes a sense of antiquity and tradition, as the coin likely possesses both historical and collector’s value.

The coin appears to be made of a bronze or copper material, displaying an embossed profile of a figure on one side. The inscription around the edge reads "GEORGIUS IIII DEI GRATIA," indicating it features King George IV and is likely a historical British coin. Notably, there is a small hole near the top edge of the coin, suggesting it might have been used as a pendant. The coin exhibits signs of wear, which indicates its age, yet the details of the figure and inscription remain fairly clear. The blue fabric serves as a contrasting backdrop, helping the coin stand out and highlighting its historical significance. The overall scene evokes a sense of antiquity and tradition, as the coin likely possesses both historical and collector’s value.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10925

Description

"Georgius III Dei Gratia" and man's head on one side/"Britanniar / Rex: Fid: Def:" and seated woman holding staff on one side/copper/catalogue says "1821"

Collection

MONEY

Made/Created

Date made

1820 - 1830

Place

Country

England

Continent

Europe

Notes

Date: 1820-1830

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

7/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

COPPER

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 16, 2004