4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern)
United States · 1879 · Gold
0.1969 ozt of gold × live gold spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1879 |
| Denomination | 1 Stella |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Gross weight | 7 g |
| Fineness | 87.5% gold |
| Actual gold weight | 0.1969 ozt (6.13 g) |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Charles Edward Barber |
| Type | Patterns |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Head of Liberty left with long flowing hair wearing coronet. "★6★G★.3★S★.7★C★7★G★R★A★M★S★" and date at rim.
Reverse
"UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "FOUR DOL." at rim. Motto and "- DEO EST GLORIA" in small letters surround five pointed star in center. Star has "ONE" over "STELLA" over "400" over "CENTS" on it.
About this coin’s value
The 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern) contains 0.1969 troy ounces of gold (87.5% fine, 7 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Gold Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in our pre-1933 US gold guide, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern)?
Each 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern) contains about 0.1969 troy ounces of pure gold — its 7 g gross weight at 87.5% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live gold spot price.
What is the melt value of a 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.1969 troy oz × the current gold spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern) minted?
The 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern) was issued 1879.
Who designed the 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern)?
The 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern) was designed by Charles Edward Barber.
How big is a 4 Dollars "1879 Stella" (Pattern)?
It weighs 7 g and measures 22 mm across and 1.52 mm thick (gold (.875)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.