© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Dollars "1860 Half Eagle" Pattern; copper
1860 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1860 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#252676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Small eagle with open wings center, with scroll inscribed with motto in beak. Shield on breast, and olive branch and arrows in talons. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "FIVE DOLLARS" at rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FIVE DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Dollars "1860 Half Eagle" (Pattern; copper) 1860 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 or not adopted for use. As a result, only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors.
