1884 Dollar Patterns
Base
About This Coin
The 1884 Dollar Patterns is a United States dollar from the Design Reform Patterns (1880-1942) series — 5th of 24 years in the series. In 1884, coins were struck at the Philadelphia and New Orleans Mints. 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 $60K in PR64 grade at Stack's. Designed by Charles E. Barber, George T. Morgan, and others.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(4)
1884 (O) Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1731a
1884 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1731
1884 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1732, Silver-Plated Copper
1884 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1733
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