½ Dollar "1859" (Pattern; copper) 1859 front ½ Dollar "1859" (Pattern; copper) 1859 back
½ Dollar "1859" (Pattern; copper) 1859 photo
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½ Dollar "1859" Pattern; copper

1859 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
United States
Period
Federal republic (1776-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1859
Value
50 Cents (0.50&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#124015
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

"50" above "CENTS" center in "cereal wreath."

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
CENTS

Engraver: James Barton Longacre

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Dollar "1859" (Pattern; copper) 1859 from United States made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It was designed by the U.S. Mint to test a new coinage design and was only produced in small quantities. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any coin collection.