1 Dollar "1852 Gold Dollar" (Pattern; copper) 1852 front 1 Dollar "1852 Gold Dollar" (Pattern; copper) 1852 back
1 Dollar "1852 Gold Dollar" (Pattern; copper) 1852 photo
© Heritage Auctions

1 Dollar "1852 Gold Dollar" Pattern; copper

1852 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
United States
Period
Federal republic (1776-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1852
Value
1 Dollar (1&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#124002
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

"DOLLAR" and wreath at rim surrounding hole.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOLLAR

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1852 Gold Dollar, made of copper, is a unique and interesting coin because it was never officially released into circulation. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was produced as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design, but it was ultimately rejected by the U.S. Mint. Despite this, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance.