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Object Number
987-22-10/100153
Display Title
Coin, cupreous, Richmond farthing; perforated
Descriptions
Inventory Description
Cuprous metal coin, perforated, irregular edges, corroded, likely farthing piece
Classification
- Coin
Department
Archaeological
Date
1625 - 1635
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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Massachusetts
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Middlesex County
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Cambridge
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Harvard Yard
Intrasite
Old Yard, H208-4C
Materials
Copper alloy
Dimensions
Overall: 1.6 x 1.6 x 0.01 cm (5/8 x 5/8)
Quantity
1
Credit Line
Harvard Yard Excavation, 1987
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