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1879 Washlady, White Metal Pattern Dollar PR J-1604A Values
Details
1879 “Washlady” Silver Dollar. A single impaired example in white metal J-1604A is known (ex:Kaufman-RARCOA 8/78, Superior Auction 79, Superior 5/93).
Obverse: Charles E. Barber’s popular Washlady design. IN GOD WE TRUST above, seven stars left, six stars right, date 1879 below.
Reverse: Perched eagle holding olive branch (with seven leaves) and three arrows (passing behind the wing). E PLURIBUS UNUM in wide semicircular arc above. Around border, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / ONE DOLLAR.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
Unique
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1879
Composition:
White Metal
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Washlady, White Metal
Variety 2:
J-1604A
Rarity:
R-unique
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Charles Barber
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