1868 Half Eagle Patterns
Base
About This Coin
The 1868 Half Eagle Patterns is a United States Gold Half Eagle from the Reconstruction Era Patterns (1866-1869) series — 3rd of 4 years in the series. In 1868, coins were struck 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. Minted during Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, as the nation healed from civil war and debated the role of silver and gold in the monetary system. Struck in other. A notable auction result reached $26K in PR67BN grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Various Mint engravers.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(6)
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-656
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-656, Gilt
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-657
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-658
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-659
1868 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-660
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