½ Dollar "1869" (Pattern) 1869 front ½ Dollar "1869" (Pattern) 1869 back
½ Dollar "1869" (Pattern) 1869 photo
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½ Dollar "1869" Pattern

1869 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
United States
Period
Federal republic (1776-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1869
Value
50 Cents (0.50&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#77177
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Large "50" above "CENTS" center within a wreath of oak and laurel. "STANDARD SILVER" and date at rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* STANDARD SILVER *
50 CENTS
1869

Edge

Plain or reeded

Comment

► Judd #748
► Pollock #831Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Dollar "1869" (Pattern) 1869 from United States made of Silver is a highly sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance. It was designed by Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint at the time, and features a unique combination of Liberty's head and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a true treasure for numismatists.