coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Nova Constellatio Patterns
The Nova Constellatio Patterns are unique and significant pieces of American numismatic history, created in 1783 as experimental coin designs for the newly formed United States. These pattern coins, including the five-dollar denomination, were intended to showcase potential designs for a national currency that reflected the ideals and aspirations of the young nation. Despite never entering circulation, the Nova Constellatio Patterns are highly sought after by collectors for their historical value and artistic merit, with only a few known surviving examples, making them rare and valuable collectibles in the field of numismatics.
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1783 "5" Nova Constellatio Copper BN | $5 (Five Dollars) | Nova Constellatio Patterns | 1783 | New York |