1880 Half Eagle Patterns

About This Coin

The 1880 Half Eagle Patterns is a United States Gold Half Eagle from the Design Reform Patterns (1880-1942) series — the first year of the series. In 1880, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features experimental designs exploring artistic improvements to U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Struck during the Gilded Age of rapid industrialization and the great silver debates, when monetary policy shaped elections and economic destiny. Struck in copper. A notable auction result reached $25K in PR65 grade at Goldberg Auctioneers. Designed by Charles E. Barber, George T. Morgan, and others.