coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 20c \ 20-Cent Pieces \ 1878 \ Philadelphia
The 20-cent piece was a coin produced by the United States Mint from 1875 to 1878. It features the design of Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was minted in Philadelphia, and its primary purpose was to facilitate trade in the Western United States during a period of high inflation and silver circulation. The 1878 20-cent piece is particularly significant due to its limited mintage and status as one of the last coins to feature this denomination before its discontinuation. Collectors often seek this coin for its historical context and unique position in U.S. numismatics.
