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½ Dollar "1838" Pattern; Silver
1838 year| Silver | 13.02 g | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1838 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.02 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#281325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Flying eagle surrounded by text
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
* HALF DOLLAR *
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Dollar "1838" (Pattern; Silver) 1838 from United States is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was designed by Christian Gobrecht, the third Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and features a Liberty Head design on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was never released into circulation and was instead kept at the mint for testing and experimental purposes, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
