© PCGS
© PCGS
2½ Dollars "Quarter Eagle" Pattern; gold
1878 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1878 |
| Value | 2½ Dollars (2.50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#257481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle with open wings, holding olive branch and arrows in talons. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "2½ DOLLARS" at rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
2½ DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2½ Dollars "Quarter Eagle" (Pattern; gold) 1878 from United States made of Gold is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 specimens known to exist. It was designed by William Barber, the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and features a Liberty Head design on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but instead was produced as a pattern coin to test the design and minting process. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.
