1866 Eagle Patterns

About This Coin

The 1866 Eagle Patterns is a United States coin from the Reconstruction Era Patterns (1866-1869) series. Produced at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features experimental designs exploring post-war coinage concepts and the reverse displays various experimental designs including nickel and aluminum compositions. A notable auction result reached $4.8K in PR64 grade at Bowers & Merena. Designed by Various Mint engravers.