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1868 P$5 Copper, J-657 PR RB

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1868 P$5 Copper, J-657 PR RB
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1868 $5. Proposal for an international coinage discussed at the monetary conference in Paris in 1867 (see “History and Overview” and “Collecting Perspective”). Dies by Anthony Paquet.

Obverse Description

Liberty head facing left, LIBERTY on ribbon, star at top of ribbon, hair tied behind. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounding, 1868 below.

Reverse Description

Wreath of laurel and oak leaves enclosing 5 DOLLARS / 25 FRANCS.

Catalog Information

GSID: 13099
Designer: Anthony Paquet
Obverse Designer: Anthony Paquet
Reverse Designer: Anthony Paquet
Strike Type: Proof
Coin Shape: Round
Edge: Plain
Variety: Copper
Variety 2: J-657
Coin Date: 1868
Denomination: P$5
Designation: PR
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Coinage Type: Pattern
Coinage Years: 1868
Composition: Copper
Rarity: H7
PCGS #: 70875
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