In 1885, several significant events occurred, including the establishment of the Congo Free State, which King Leopold II of Belgium claimed as his personal possession, leading to widespread exploitation and atrocities in the region. Additionally, the first edition of the "American Telephone and Telegraph Company" (AT&T) was founded, marking a major development in telecommunications. The year also saw the completion of the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, which became a symbol of French ingenuity and engineering.
Retail for 1885 in MS-65 is $200.00
A 1885 dime - aka - Seated Liberty Dime - in MS60 condition is worth: $200.
Values for circulated coins are $17.00-$26.00 1885 is a very common date.
$0.15 of 1885 dollars would be worth: $3.57 in 2012.
1885
the northwest Rebellion with Louis Riel
Tonkin Affair happened in 1885.
Nile Expedition happened in 1885.
Battle of Ginnis happened in 1885.
Burning of Colón happened in -1885-04.
Battle of Pirot happened on 1885-11-14.
Battle of Slivnitsa happened on 1885-11-17.
Panjdeh Incident happened on 1885-03-30.
Battle of Kirbekan happened on 1885-02-10.
Port Hamilton Incident happened in 1885.
Retreat from Lang Son happened in 1885.
Battle of Shipu happened on 1885-02-14.