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1868 Aluminum Pattern $5 PR DCAM J-659 Values
Details
1868 $5. Proposal for an international coinage discussed at the monetary conference in Paris in 1867 (see “History and Overview” and “Collecting Perspective”). Dies by Anthony Paquet.
Obverse: Liberty head facing left, LIBERTY on ribbon, star at top of ribbon, hair tied behind. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounding, 1868 below.
Reverse: Wreath of laurel and oak leaves enclosing 5 DOLLARS / 25 FRANCS.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1868
Composition:
Aluminum
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Aluminum
Variety 2:
J-659
Rarity:
R-L7
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Anthony Paquet
Obverse Designer:
Anthony Paquet
Reverse Designer:
Anthony Paquet
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