AboutMichael Troy Expertise I can answer just about any question on early American History. My specialties are the American Revolution through the Civil War/Reconstruction. I also have greater expertise in matters relating to military, political or legal history.
Experience I have lectured at George Washington University regarding the Civil War, as well as several elementary school Civil War demonstrations. I was also a member of a Civil War reenactment group for about 10 years.
Education/Credentials J.D. University of Michigan
B.A. George Washington University
Expert: Michael Troy Date: 6/7/2008 Subject: EARLY GEORGE WASHINGTON COIN
Question I HAVE AN EARLY DOLLAR THAT IS IN EF CONDITION EXCEPT IT
HAS THE WRITING AND HALF THE DATE RUBBED OFF IT IS 18--FOR
DATE AND IT LOOKS LIKE GEORGE WASHINGTON FACING RIGHT AND ON THE BACK SEATED LIBERTY WITH AN EXTENDED OLIVE BRANCH.
IT IS COPPER. WHAT IS IT?? THANK YOU SO MUCH
Answer Hi Sandy,
It's hard to say what it is.
Dollars in the 1800's were only made out of silver or gold, but I am not aware of any such coins that were minted by the US government that had Washington's head on them prior to the 20th century.
There is a trade dollar that was minted from 1873-1885 which had a seated liberty extending an olive branch, but the other side had an eagle on it. You can view this coin here:
