1836 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-59, Restrike

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Description

Cataloged as Judd-59 (Pollock-62), this copper restrike of the 1836 Gobrecht dollar represents one of the "cabinet coin" restrikes produced at the Philadelphia Mint primarily between 1859 and 1874 for sale to collectors. The obverse features Christian Gobrecht's Seated Liberty design with his name inscribed below the base of the rock upon which Liberty sits, surrounded by stars. The reverse depicts a majestic eagle soaring through a field of 26 stars representing the states of the Union, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR around the border. Struck in copper with a plain edge, this restrike differs from the original 1836 silver issues (Judd-60) in both composition and the position of the engraver's name. The name below the base is the obverse die of Judd-58, which uspatterns.com, citing John Dannreuther's die study, dates to about 1858-1859 rather than 1836. The obverse die shows evidence of polishing to remove accumulated rust from storage. Reference data: struck in copper with a plain edge, rated R-8. Catalogued as Judd-59, Pollock-62, A/W 47, Taxay EP79. alignment III believed struck circa 1875-1876.

Rarity Notes

R-8 (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-59; Pollock-62; Adams-Woodin 47; Taxay EP79