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4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium
1880 year| Aluminium (Gilt Gold) | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1880 |
| Value | 1 Stella = 4 Dollars (4 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium (Gilt Gold) |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#259622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A large 5-pointed star in center with "ONE" over "STELLA" over scroll work over "400" over "CENTS" on it. Motto and "DEO EST GLORIA" surround star, and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "FOUR DOL." are at rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE
STELLA
400
CENTS
-DEO EST GLORIA
FOUR DOL.
Engraver: Charles Edward Barber
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1880 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or experimental piece. It is made of aluminum, which was a novel material for coins at the time, and features a gilt gold finish. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by Charles E. Barber, who was the Chief Engraver of the United States Mint from 1879 to 1917. Barber's design features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse (front) side of the coin, and an eagle on the reverse (back) side. The coin's unique combination of materials and design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" (Pattern; aluminium) 1880 coin.
