Patterns are experimental coin designs created to test new concepts before final production. In the context of collectible coins from the United States, the 1874 Pattern coins are a notable series that featured different designs and compositions, as mint officials explored potential changes to existing currency. The "P" designation indicates they were struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Collectors highly value these pieces due to their rarity and historical significance in U.S. numismatics.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1874 P$10 Bickford, Gold J-1373 | P$10 | Patterns | 1874 | Philadelphia |