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5 Dollars "1878 Half Eagle" Pattern; copper
1878 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1878 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle with open wings center holding 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 "1878 Half Eagle" (Pattern; copper) 1878 from United States made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It was designed by Charles E. Barber, who was the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint at the time, and features a Liberty head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was intended to be a trial piece for a new design, but it was ultimately not adopted for production. As a result, only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors.
