10 Cents "1792 Disme" Pattern; copper
1792 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1792 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Flying eagle center with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "DISME" at rim with denticals.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
DISME
Designer: Henry Voigt
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1792 Disme pattern coin is unique because it was designed to be the first decimal coinage for the United States, but it was never officially adopted as circulating currency. Instead, it was used as a trial piece to test the design and production process for future coins. Despite its limited use, the 1792 Disme is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a rare and valuable piece of American numismatic history.
