© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Cents Copper Half Disme Pattern
1870 year| Copper | - | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1870 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#419570 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value in Wreath with "Standard" above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STANDARD
5 CENTS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Jud 811 and 812 are the two recognized variations. These are the copper variants of the patterns. The standard weight of these coins was 19¹∕₅ grains for the circulation silver variants.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Cents (Copper Half Disme Pattern - 1870) 1870 from United States made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was produced as a prototype or sample for a potential coin design, but it was ultimately rejected by the U.S. Mint. As a result, only a small number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.
