5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern)
United States (pre-federal and private/territorial) · 1783 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1783 |
| Denomination | — |
| Composition | Copper |
| Gross weight | 4.87 g |
| Diameter | 24.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Type | Patterns |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Wreath with value and "US" inside. Legend around.
Reverse
Pointed rays emanating from the Eye of Providence (all-seeing eye of God) surrounded by a circle (constellation) of thirteen stars representing the original 13 colonies. Three petal rosette below.
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of copper and weighs 4.87 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. Base-metal valuations live in the base metal coin calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern) made of silver or gold?
No — the 5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern) is copper, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern) minted?
The 5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern) was issued 1783.
How big is a 5 Units - Nova Constellatio (Pattern)?
It weighs 4.87 g and measures 24.35 mm across (copper).
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