This coin is a unique example of a trial coin or pattern from the United States Mint, specifically designed as a one-cent piece (1¢). As a pattern coin, it was likely created for testing or experimentation rather than for general circulation, which is indicated by the properties denoted as "Patterns & Trial Coins." Notably, this particular specimen does not carry a specific year or mintmark, emphasizing its status as a trial piece with no definitive mintage details available. The designation "No Date" further reinforces its experimental nature, as it may have been part of various conceptual designs that never made it into production. Crafted from copper, this coin lacks standard measurements for dimensions such as diameter, width, height, and weight, which are typically recorded for circulating coins. Instead, it is defined under the category of "Coins," with the production type listed as "Mint Strike," indicating that it was struck by the mint, albeit as part of testing rather than for public release. With no assigned mintage, this coin stands out due to its rarity and significance in numismatics, representing the creativity and experimentation inherent in the development of American currency. It serves as a fascinating piece for collectors, particularly those interested in the intricacies of coin design and the historical context of U.S. numismatics.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.01 |
| designer | N/A |
| diameter | 0 |
| edge-type | N/A |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper |
| mint-mark | None |
| mintage | 0 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 0 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | No Date |