Engraved commemorative coin
Obverse: Engraved on a thin smooth plate a sailor standing on a quay with his wife pointing the way, leaving his ship (left) a bundle over his shoulder; a church steeple and trees (right) the sun shining above. Legend: 'JOHN AND MARTHA CROUCH'. Reverse: The bearded head of Father Time with wings above the ears, the moon above; a globe, books, speaking-trumpet and compasses (left), (right) and below. Legend: 'TIME IS, TIME WAS, TIME'S PAST'.
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Object Details
ID: | MEC1688 |
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Collection: | Coins and medals |
Type: | Engraved commemorative coin |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Date made: | Late 18th century |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 48 mm |