1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium
United States · 1879 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 1879 |
| Denomination | 1 Stella |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Gross weight | — |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | George Thomas Morgan, Charles Edward Barber |
| Type | Patterns |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Reverse
Star surrounded by the legend.
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of aluminium. 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 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium made of silver or gold?
No — the 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium is aluminium, 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 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium minted?
The 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium was issued 1879.
Who designed the 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium?
The 1 Stella / 4 Dollars "1880 Stella" Pattern; aluminium was designed by George Thomas Morgan, Charles Edward Barber.
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