1804 Cent Pattern - J-28, White Metal Private Restrike

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Description

Judd-28 is the white metal (tin) version of the so-called 1804 restrike large cent, struck outside the Mint from discarded dies. The obverse features a Draped Bust portrait of Liberty struck from a discarded 1803 obverse die that was altered to read 1804, while the reverse was struck from a discarded reverse die dating to approximately 1820. The dies show prominent cracks, particularly a jagged break running from the 9 o'clock position to 6 o'clock on the obverse, consistent with heavy die deterioration from unauthorized use outside the Mint. The identity of the maker is not documented, though many numismatists suspect Philadelphia collector Joseph J. Mickley, who was known to acquire discarded Mint dies. uspatterns.com confirms two tin examples; the copper strikings from these dies (Pollock-6050) are not listed in Judd. Reference data: struck in tin with a plain edge, rated R-7. Catalogued as Judd-28, Pollock-6055.

Rarity Notes

R-7 (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-28; Pollock-6055