Name/Title
CoinEntry/Object ID
1990.22.3Description
Copper coin with a bust on one side and the allegorical figure, Columbia, on the other. The face side shows a right-facing bust of a Roman figure, wearing a laurel wreath on his head, tied with a ribbon at the nape of his neck, and military armor. The words "VERMON AUCTORI" ring the edge. On the reverse, Columbia is shown swathed in loose fabric, seated next to a shield bearing the union flag. She is holding a staff with a liberty cap in her left hand, and a small branch in her right hand. The date 1788 is at the bottom center.Context
Produced in Newburgh, NY for use in Vermont in 1788.Acquisition
Accession
1990.22Source or Donor
Partridge, Sanborn (1915-2013)Acquisition Method
GiftMintage
Date made
1788Place of Origin
City
NewburghState/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
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Category 08: Communication Objects