1808 Half Eagle Patterns
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About This Coin
The 1808 Half Eagle Patterns is a United States Gold Half Eagle from the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series — 11th of 35 years in the series. Produced 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 $26K in MS63 grade at Stack's Bowers. Designed by Various Mint engravers and outside artists.