(1851) Proof Cent Pattern - J-131, Restrike
Strike TypeCoin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $14,950
- Sold
- Grade
- PR65
- Auction house
- Stack's
Description
Cataloged as Judd-131 (Pollock-155, R.8), this restrike is struck in copper-nickel with a reeded edge. Like other restrikes in this series, it lacks the central perforation found on original annular strikings. The design is intentionally simple and undated. One side bears the legends CENT and ONE TENTH SILVER, while the other features UNITED STATES OF AMERICA encircling a small wreath. The Bowers revision of the Judd reference (2003) rates this variety at R.8, suggesting three or fewer specimens in private hands, though USPatterns.com notes that approximately a half dozen examples are known overall. The copper-nickel composition gives this piece a silvery appearance quite different from the copper and billon versions, representing yet another metallic experiment in the Mint's search for a practical small cent. Reference data: struck in copper-nickel with a reeded edge, rated R-8. Catalogued as Judd-131, Pollock-155.
Rarity Notes
R-8 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-131; Pollock-155
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