coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 20c \ 20-Cent Pieces \ 1876
The 20 cent piece, introduced in the United States in 1875, was a silver coin minted until 1878. It was designed to resemble the quarter dollar and was intended to facilitate transactions during a period of silver abundance. The 1876 20 cent piece is notable for its limited mintage and is considered a rare collectible, appealing to numismatists due to its historical significance and unique place in U.S. coinage. Collectors often seek high-grade examples of this coin to enhance their collections.
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1876 20c | 20c | 20-Cent Pieces | 1876 | Philadelphia |
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1876 20c | 20c | 20-Cent Pieces | 1876 | Philadelphia |
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1876-CC 20c | 20c | 20-Cent Pieces | 1876 | Carson City |