20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium)
United States · 1872 · Base Metal


Specifications
| Years | 1872 |
| Denomination | 20 Dollars |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Gross weight | — |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | William Barber |
| Type | Patterns |
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Design
Obverse
Head of Liberty left, wearing cap with band.
Reverse
Eagle with open wings, holding shield with motto. " * UNITED STATES OF AMERICA *" and "TWENTY DOL." at rim.
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 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium) made of silver or gold?
No — the 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (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 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium) minted?
The 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium) was issued 1872.
Who designed the 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium)?
The 20 Dollars "1872 Double Eagle" (Pattern; aluminium) was designed by William Barber.
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