1849-P (Philadelphia) Patterns & Trial Coins

Coin / United States of America / 1849 / Philadelphia / Patterns & Trial Coins / Other / Varied

This coin is a unique and intriguing specimen from the United States, dated 1849, belonging to the "Patterns & Trial Coins" series. Minted at the Philadelphia Mint, it carries the "P" mint mark. One distinguishing feature of this coin is that it is categorized under "No Date on Coin," making it a particularly interesting piece for collectors of numismatic oddities. The coin has a varied denomination, classified as "Other / Varied," suggesting that it may not conform to standard denominations or may have been intended as a prototype or trial piece. Crafted from a composition of silver-copper, it represents a blend of materials, characteristic of experimentation in coin production during the mid-19th century. Despite the unique attributes, this particular coin is marked with a mintage of zero and has measurements of width, height, diameter, and weight listed as zero, which could indicate that it is conceptual or unfinished, rather than an actual struck currency. As such, it serves as a compelling artifact of American coinage history, reflecting the trial phases of minting processes during its time. This coin stands out due to its historical significance and the rarity of such trial pieces, making it desirable for numismatic collectors who appreciate the intricacies and stories behind early American coin production.

currency USD
currency-amount 0
diameter 0
height 0
material Silver-Copper
mint-mark P
mintage 0
type Coins
weight 0
width 0
year-display 1849
year-type No Date on Coin