coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Patterns & Trial Coins \ 1861 \ Philadelphia
Collectible coins from the United States, particularly the 1861 five-dollar patterns, represent a significant area of interest among numismatists. Pattern coins are experimental pieces struck to test new designs or technologies before official minting. The 1861 five-dollar pattern coins were produced at the Philadelphia Mint and are notable for their unique design elements and limited production, making them highly sought after by collectors. These trial coins play an important role in the history of U.S. currency, reflecting the artistic and technological innovations of their time.
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United States of America 1861 Philadelphia Patterns & Trial Coins $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Patterns & Trial Coins | 1861 | Philadelphia |