Summary
Medal commemorating the introduction of Steam to the US Mint on 25 March 1836.
Minted by the US Mint United States of America in 1838.
Physical Description
A round copper medal.
Obverse Description
The Cap of Liberty, radiate.
Reverse Description
The legend, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / FIRST / STEAM / COINAGE / MAR. 25. / 1836
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1838 AD
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Issued By
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Material
Bronze
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Axis
6
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Classification
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Type of item
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Object Dimensions
28 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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