© PCGS
© PCGS
20 Cents "1875⅕ Dollar" Pattern; copper
1875 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1875 |
| Value | 20 Cents (0.20 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#262189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
"1/5 OF A DOLLAR" center within laurel wreath, "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "TWENTY CENTS" at rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
1/5
OF A
DOLLAR
TWENTY CENTS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Cents "1875⅕ Dollar" coin is a rare and unique piece, with only 10 coins 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 (front) side, and an eagle on the reverse (back) side. The coin was never officially released into circulation, and most of the coins were melted down, making it extremely valuable among collectors. In fact, one of these coins sold for $2.5 million in 2017, making it one of the most valuable coins in the world.
