coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ DT$5 \ Patterns & Die Trials \ 1849 \ California
Collectible coins encompass a wide range of categories, including historical, numismatic, and commemorative pieces. The "DT 5" refers to a specific designation of the 1849 California Gold Rush era coins known as Patterns Die Trials, which were experimental pieces struck to gauge public interest and design approval for the new gold coins. These coins are especially significant in United States history, as they reflect the transition and impact of gold discovery in California and the subsequent changes in currency. Patterns are typically rarer and more sought after by collectors due to their unique designs and limited production.
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1849 DT$5 Pacific Company Die Trial | DT$5 | Patterns & Die Trials | 1849 | California |