1 Cent "1942" (Pattern) 1942 front 1 Cent "1942" (Pattern) 1942 back
1 Cent "1942" (Pattern) 1942 photo
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1 Cent "1942" Pattern

1942 year
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Description
Issuer
United States
Period
Federal republic (1776-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1942
Value
1 Cent (0.01&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#124038
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

3-line inscription within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNITED
STATES
MINT

Comment

This one is made from a "Bakelike" type of plastic.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Cent "1942" (Pattern) 1942 from United States is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It was created as a trial piece for a new design of the Lincoln cent, which was ultimately not adopted. As a result, only a small number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.