1836 Proof Two Cent Pattern - J-54

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Description

Cataloged as Judd-54 (Pollock-57) and rated Low R.6, this copper striking employs the same obverse die as its billon counterpart, featuring a small eagle perched on a cloud in a pose reminiscent of the heraldic eagle found on the reverse of Draped Bust silver dollars. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA encircles the border with the date 1836 below. The reverse displays TWO CENTS centered within a laurel wreath. This variety was struck in copper with a plain edge. Surviving examples of the copper version are generally regarded as restrikes produced in the late 1850s or even later, struck from the original dies long after the two-cent denomination proposal had been abandoned. The obverse die on known specimens shows significant cracking, consistent with heavy use over an extended period and supporting the restrike attribution. Reference data: struck in copper with a plain edge, rated R-6. Catalogued as Judd-54, Pollock-57, A/W 58, Taxay EP70. those from broken dies are restrikes. Judd states that some were silverplated or pickled (mercury plated) by the mint.

Rarity Notes

R-6 (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-54; Pollock-57; Adams-Woodin 58; Taxay EP70