Pattern coins are trial strikes created to test design concepts or innovations before final production. The 1885 Pattern coinage from the United States includes various experimental pieces, often featuring unique designs that differ from their officially minted counterparts. Among these, the 1885 P20 pattern coin is particularly notable for its distinctive features and limited mintage. Collectors highly prize such patterns for their historical significance and rarity in the numismatic community.
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1885 P$20 Aluminum J-1756 | P$20 | Patterns | 1885 | Philadelphia |