1879 P$4 Stella, Copper J-1636 BN

Coin / United States of America / P$4 / Patterns / 1879 / Philadelphia

1879 $4 Stella. It is said that in 1879 the “originals” were made to the extent of 15 pieces, followed by an unknown number of restrikes, perhaps 700 or so, in 1880. All gold impressions seen have parallel planchet striations near the top of the hair.8 This reverse die was used to strike all $4 Stellas of 1879 and 1880.

Country United States of America
Year 1879
Serie Patterns
Denomination P$4
Mint Philadelphia