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1 Dollar "1873 Trade Dollar" Pattern
| - | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1873-1879 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#23016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
The value above scrollwork, over "420 GRAINS" over "900 FINE" over scrollwork, in the centre of a laurel wreath and the country name above around the rim
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
TRADE
DOLLAR
420 GRAINS
900 FINE
Edge
Reeded and plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1873 Trade Dollar is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was designed to be used as a trade dollar in foreign commerce, but the project was ultimately abandoned, and only a small number of pattern coins were produced. As a result, the coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.
