© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Cent "1896" Pattern; aluminium
1896 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1896 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#290492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
"UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" surrounding olive wreath, with large "1" in center, and a circle of dots around the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1
CENT
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Cent "1896" (Pattern; aluminum) 1896 from the United States, made of aluminum, is a unique and rare coin that was never put into circulation. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was produced as a prototype or sample for consideration as a regular issue coin, but ultimately it was not adopted for circulation. This coin is interesting because it represents a departure from the traditional copper or nickel composition of US pennies, and it was produced at a time when aluminum was still a relatively new and experimental material in coinage. Today, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.
