coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Other / Varied \ Patterns & Trial Coins \ 1869 \ Philadelphia
In 1869, the Philadelphia Mint struck trial coins as part of the United States' experimentation with various designs and compositions for currency. These trial pieces were not intended for circulation; instead, they served as prototypes to assess the public's reaction and the practicality of new minting techniques. The period was marked by a variety of patterns, reflecting the Mint's exploration of design changes in American coinage, making these trial coins highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
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1869-P (Philadelphia) Patterns & Trial Coins | Other / Varied | Patterns & Trial Coins | 1869 | Philadelphia |
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1869-P (Philadelphia) Patterns & Trial Coins | Other / Varied | Patterns & Trial Coins | 1869 | Philadelphia |