Collectible coins encompass a variety of types, including patterns, which are trial pieces created to test designs or manufacturing techniques before mass production. The 1871 P5c, a pattern coin from the United States, features a distinctive design that was not adopted for general circulation. Pattern coins like the 1871 P5c are rare and highly sought after by collectors due to their unique characteristics and historical significance in the evolution of U.S. coinage.
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1871 P5c Nickel J-1050 | P5c | Patterns | 1871 | Philadelphia |