© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Dollars "1868 Half Eagle" Pattern; aluminium
1868 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1868 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#258072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
"5" over "DOLLARS" over "25" over "FRANCS" center, within laurel and oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
DOLLARS
25
FRANCS
Engraver: Anthony C. Paquet
Edge
Reeded and plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Dollars "1868 Half Eagle" is a unique and rare coin that was minted in 1868 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or experimental piece. What makes it particularly interesting is that it was made of aluminum, a metal that was not commonly used in coinage at the time. In fact, the use of aluminum in coins was quite rare until the 20th century, making this coin a pioneering example of the use of this metal in numismatics.
