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Collector coins refer to numismatic items valued for their rarity, historical significance, and condition rather than their face value. In the United States, various types of collectible coins include patterns, which are experimental coins struck to test designs or compositions before official minting. One notable example is the 1884 Pattern coin, struck in Philadelphia as part of a series intended to evaluate potential new designs for future currency. These patterns are highly sought after by collectors due to their limited production and representation of transitional phases in U.S. coinage.
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1884 P1c Nickel J-1721 | P1c | Patterns | 1884 | Philadelphia |