coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ P$2 1/2 \ Patterns \ 1866 \ Philadelphia
Collectible coins, especially in the context of the United States, often include a variety of types such as patterns, which are trial pieces created to test designs and manufacturing methods. The 1866 Philadelphia mint patterns, for example, represent important historical examples in American numismatics, showcasing innovative designs that were not widely produced for circulation. Collectors highly value these pieces for their rarity and significance in numismatic history.
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1866 P$2 1/2 Nickel J-542 | P$2 1/2 | Patterns | 1866 | Philadelphia |