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Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)
1805
1867.306
Oil on linen
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Luce Center
Copper cent
Object name
Copper cent
Date
1791
Medium
Copper
Dimensions
diameter: 1 3/16 in. ( 3 cm )
Description
Copper struck coin with uniformed bust of Washington facing left and surrounding legend: "WASHINGTON PRESIDENT/1791." Reverse shows American eagle holding olive brunch and arrows with legend: "ONE CENT" above.
Object Number
INV.3197
Marks
Inscription: around edge: "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA . X ."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
