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1879 Metric Dollar, Goloid Pattern Dollar PR CAM J-1617 Values
Details
1879 Goloid Metric Dollar
Obverse: Head of Liberty by William Barber, somewhat similar to that used on the 1877 $50 (J-1546). E PLURIBUS UNUM above, seven stars left, six stars right, date below.
Reverse: Circle of dots at the center enclosing 895.8 S. / 4.2—G. / 100—C. / 25 GRAMS, this within open wreath of wheat and cotton. DEO EST GLORIA in a cartouche above. Around border, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / ONE DOLLAR.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1879
Composition:
Goloid
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Metric Dollar, Goloid
Variety 2:
J-1617
Rarity:
R-4
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
William Barber
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