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History and Overview
The patterns of 1851 reflect the efforts of 1850—the endeavor to create a more useful one-cent piece of smaller diameter than the large copper version that had been in use since 1793. Billon was again the metal of choice.
In 1850 and later, certain ring-form or annular patterns were struck. Original 1851 pattern cents were struck in billon. Restrikes were made in copper and various alloys, including billon.
As part of James Ross Snowden’s restriking activities in 1859, Proof examples of certain rare silver dollars of earlier d
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History and Overview
The patterns of 1851 reflect the efforts of 1850—the endeavor to create a more useful one-cent piece of smaller diameter than the large copper version that had been in use since 1793. Billon was again the metal of choice.
In 1850 and later, certain ring-form or annular patterns were struck. Original 1851 pattern cents were struck in billon. Restrikes were made in copper and various alloys, including billon.
As part of James Ross Snowden’s restriking activities in 1859, Proof examples of certain rare silver dollars of earlier d
...Catalog Detail
Legal Disclaimer
The prices listed in our database are intended to be used as an indication only. Users are strongly encouraged to seek multiple sources of pricing before making a final determination of value. CDN Publishing is not responsible for typographical or database-related errors. Your use of this site indicates full acceptance of these terms.