Collectible coins are often categorized by various factors, including their rarity, historical significance, and condition. In the United States, specific issues such as the 1885 Liberty Head designs and patterns are highly sought after by numismatists. The term "P" typically refers to coins minted in Philadelphia, while "2 50" may denote denomination, possibly relating to two-dollar or fifty-cent pieces. Patterns are trial pieces struck by mints to test designs or new technologies, making them particularly valuable in the realm of collectible coins.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1885 P$2.50 Aluminum J-1752 | P$2.50 | Patterns | 1885 | Philadelphia |