$4 Coiled Hair Stella Tribute – Copper
$4 Coiled Hair Stella Tribute – ½ AVDP Ounce .999 Fine Copper Round | U.S. Pattern Tribute Series
“A pattern of ambition. A relic of what could have been.”
Few designs in American numismatics carry the mystique of the legendary Stella. First struck in 1879 as a proposed international trade coin, the $4 Stella was intended to align U.S. gold coinage with European monetary standards—specifically matching the value of the Latin Monetary Union’s 20-franc piece. Despite its forward-thinking concept, the denomination was never adopted for circulation, and only a limited number of patterns were produced.
This ½ AVDP ounce .999 fine copper round faithfully revives the iconic Coiled Hair Stella, featuring Liberty in a refined, classical profile. Her hair—elegantly bound and coiled—reflects a sense of order, dignity, and neoclassical beauty. Surrounding stars and the historic 1879 date remain true to the original pattern design.
The reverse showcases the unmistakable Stella star, with precise inscriptions and Intaglio Mint hallmarks, struck in sharp relief with exceptional detail.
Struck in solid .999 fine copper, this piece is part of our U.S. Pattern Tribute Series—a collection dedicated to preserving and honoring some of the most fascinating experimental designs in American coinage history.
Specifications:
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Metal: .999 Fine Copper
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Weight: ½ AVDP Ounce
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Diameter: 30mm
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Edge: Reeded
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Finish: Satin with Proof-Like Devices
A historic pattern. Reborn in copper.
