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.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1869-P (Philadelphia) Patterns & Trial Coins Other / Varied Patterns & Trial Coins 1869 Philadelphia
1869-P (Philadelphia) Patterns & Trial Coins Other / Varied Patterns & Trial Coins 1869 Philadelphia