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1776 Continental Currency Ornament after Date Dollar

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year
1776
Denomination
Colonials
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Proposed National Issues (1776-1787)
Designer
Unknown (commonly attributed to Benjamin Franklin; possibly Elisha Gallaudet based on 'EG FECIT')
Composition
Pewter
Weight
15g
Diameter
38mm
Edge
Plain

Description

A 1776 Continental Currency dollar distinguished by a decorative ornament placed after the date on the obverse. This ornament serves as a die diagnostic, separating this variety from others that lack the post-date decoration. The specific nature of the ornament varies in descriptions but serves as a clear identification point for this die variety.

Rarity Notes

Rare. The ornament after the date is a distinctive die marker.

Cross References

Newman 5-F; Whitman 8415

External References

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