1838 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-86, Original

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The 1838 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-86, Original is a proof dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series. The obverse features various experimental designs testing different concepts for U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Minted during the age of Jacksonian democracy and the rise of the common man, as new branch mints opened in Charlotte, Dahlonega, and New Orleans. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Struck in copper, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #11358.