© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Dollar "1871 Dollar" Pattern; aluminium
1871 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1871 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#290496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Large "1" over Large "DOLLAR" in center of wreath make of cotton and corn. "STANDARD" at top near rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STANDARD
1
DOLLAR
Edge
Plain or reeded.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1871 Dollar, also known as the "Aluminum Dollar," was a pattern coin struck by the United States Bureau of the Mint in 1871. It is interesting to note that this coin was made of aluminum, a metal that was relatively new and experimental at the time. In fact, aluminum was not widely used in coinage until the 20th century, making the Pattern 1871 Dollar a unique and pioneering example of the use of this metal in numismatics.
