coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ DT$5 \ Patterns & Die Trials \ 1861
The 1861 Patterns Die Trials are a series of experimental coins produced for the United States Mint to test designs and production methods prior to official minting. These coins, known as die trials, are typically struck in various metals and feature designs that were considered for circulation. The DT 5 designation refers to a specific variety within this category, making these coins highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity. Collectors value them not only for their unique designs but also as artifacts from a pivotal period in U.S. coinage history.
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1861 DT$5 Clark Gruber, Copper K-10b BN | DT$5 | Patterns & Die Trials | 1861 | Denver, Colorado |