1805 Quarter Patterns

About This Coin

The 1805 Quarter Patterns is a United States quarter from the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series — 9th of 35 years in the series. In 1805, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features various experimental designs testing different concepts for U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Struck in copper. A notable auction result reached $22K in MS65BN grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Various Mint engravers and outside artists.