First year of issue. First year "In God We Trust" motto on U.S. coins. Very, very strong "woodie" pattern and look from a poor or "improper" alloy mixture. Enjoy!
Wow... This one is just shockingly beautiful to me! Wonder how much one like that would set me back...
I can't tell from the photos. Clear and sharp as they are the wood grain hides the coins surfaces. From what I can see, or think I see, I would quess AU-58 at a minimum, possibly low MS. It's very nice regardless of the grade.