Token, Store

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a commemorative coin, featuring engraved portraits of three men in a horizontal arrangement, each displaying distinct facial hair and attire, likely formal, hinting at historical significance. Above the portraits, names are inscribed, possibly identifying these individuals, while below them, the word "FOUNDERS" is prominently featured, suggesting their role as pivotal figures. The circular border of the coin includes additional inscriptions, likely referencing a specific event or organization for which the coin was minted. The coin's surface has a bronze appearance, with visible texture indicating wear, which further accentuates its vintage and historical character.

The image shows a commemorative coin, featuring engraved portraits of three men in a horizontal arrangement, each displaying distinct facial hair and attire, likely formal, hinting at historical significance. Above the portraits, names are inscribed, possibly identifying these individuals, while below them, the word "FOUNDERS" is prominently featured, suggesting their role as pivotal figures. The circular border of the coin includes additional inscriptions, likely referencing a specific event or organization for which the coin was minted. The coin's surface has a bronze appearance, with visible texture indicating wear, which further accentuates its vintage and historical character.

Name/Title

Token, Store

Entry/Object ID

2017.2.273

Description

token 1.25" bronze in plastic sleeve housed in 2" paper envelope. Envelope states: "Official Bronze Medal of the National Pony Express Centennial Association." bronze coin: "National Pony Express Centennial Association, 1860-1960 [includes image of rider]" " Founders Russell, Majors, Waddell, United States Commerative Medal [includes bust of 3 bearded founders]"

Collection

St. Joseph, Missouri

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Token, Store

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Token

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Apr 16, 2018