Flowing Hair dollar

Well documentedSupported by multiple reputable specialist catalogues or publications.

Period

1794-1795

Issuing entity

United States

The first silver dollar struck by the United States Mint, showing a bust of Liberty with unbound hair.

Historical context

Struck in the earliest years of the Philadelphia Mint, when production was limited and irregular.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Mintage figures and die marriages require transcription from a verified reference
  • Weight standard changes across the two years need sourcing
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