1836 Proof Two Cent Pattern - J-55b

Coin Details

Description

Cataloged as Judd-55b, this copper-nickel variant of the 1836 two-cent pattern features the same eagle-on-cloud obverse and TWO CENTS reverse design shared across the series, struck with a reeded edge. The choice of copper-nickel as a composition for this particular striking is noteworthy, as the alloy would not be adopted for regular United States coinage until more than two decades later with the introduction of the Flying Eagle cent in 1857. While the majority of the 1836 two-cent patterns were struck in billon or copper, this piece demonstrates a broader interest in testing multiple compositions. uspatterns.com believes the copper-nickel pieces are restrikes from the late 1850s or early 1860s, struck on cent planchets of the time. Reference data: struck in copper-nickel with a reeded edge, rated R-8. Catalogued as Judd-55B, Pollock-55B, A/W 57. Restrike, weight near 70 grains see Winsor, Eliasberg, Bowers and Merena 5/96.

Rarity Notes

R-8 (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-55b; Pollock-55B; Adams-Woodin 57