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20 Cents "1864" Pattern; silver
1874 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1874 |
| Value | 20 Cents (0.20 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#124177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Liberty seated left holding pole with liberty cap in left hand and right hand on globe with "LIBERTY" across it. Behind Liberty is wheat sheaf, two cotton bales, and a tobacco plant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTY
1874
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; silver) 1874 from United States made of Silver is a highly sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance. It was minted in 1874, during a time when the US was experiencing a coin shortage, and was intended to be a new design for the 20-cent piece. However, the design was ultimately rejected, and only a small number of pattern coins were produced, making it a valuable and unique addition to any coin collection.
