Patterns are a specific type of collectible coin that are often struck to test new designs or commemorate an event before the final coinage is approved for production. The 1872 patterns from the United States feature designs that were proposed for various denominations, but ultimately, many were not produced for circulation. These coins are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and historic significance, representing a transitional period in American numismatic history.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1872 PT$1 Commercial Dollar, Copper J-1217 RB | PT$1 | Patterns | 1872 | Philadelphia |