© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Dollar "1877" Pattern; copper
1877 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1877 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#258910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle left standing on wide scroll inscribed with motto. Behind scroll there are arrows and olive branches. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "· HALF DOLLAR ·" at rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
· HALF DOLLAR ·
Engraver: Charles Edward Barber
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Dollar "1877" (Pattern; copper) 1877 from United States made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It was designed by Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, and features a Liberty Head design on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. Only 20 coins were struck in copper, making it one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the world.
