Collectible coins are a category of numismatic items that hold value due to their historical significance, rarity, or uniqueness. Within this category, the 1885 Pattern coins represent a specific type of experimental or prototype issues created by the U.S. Mint. These coins were produced to test design concepts or technical aspects before finalizing regular issue coins. Patterns from 1885, like other U.S. patterns, are highly sought after by collectors due to their limited mintage and the insight they provide into the evolution of U.S. coinage.
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1885 P$1 Lettered Edge, Silver J-1747 | P$1 | Patterns | 1885 | Philadelphia |