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5 Dollars "1860 Half Eagle" Pattern; gold
1860 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1860 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#124017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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" is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was designed by the United States Mint in 1860, but due to the outbreak of the Civil War, the production of the coin was halted, and only a few pattern coins were struck. As a result, the coin is considered a great rarity and is highly sought after by collectors.
