TOKEN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a round, metallic coin featuring an embossed design of a mounted horseman. The rider, clad in historical attire, appears poised on a galloping horse, evoking a sense of motion and strength. Below this central figure, a series of letters, possibly indicating initials or a mint mark, are etched into the metal. The coin is displayed against a deep blue, textured background that contrasts with its bronze or copper-colored surface, enhancing the visibility of the intricate details etched into it. The edges of the coin are slightly raised, encircling the central imagery with a subtle border.

The image depicts a round, metallic coin featuring an embossed design of a mounted horseman. The rider, clad in historical attire, appears poised on a galloping horse, evoking a sense of motion and strength. Below this central figure, a series of letters, possibly indicating initials or a mint mark, are etched into the metal. The coin is displayed against a deep blue, textured background that contrasts with its bronze or copper-colored surface, enhancing the visibility of the intricate details etched into it. The edges of the coin are slightly raised, encircling the central imagery with a subtle border.

Name/Title

TOKEN

Entry/Object ID

166/10869

Description

United States"Union Forever" and shield on one side/man on a horse and "F. Sigel" on one side/copper

Made/Created

Date made

1860 - 1870

Place

Country

United States of America

Notes

Date: 1860-1870

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Token

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 16, 2004