1854 Proof Cent Pattern - J-158a, Experimental
Strike TypeCoin Details
Description
Judd-158a, Pollock-185. This experimental variant of the J-158 uses the same distinctive die combination — the lathe-reduced 1854 Seated Liberty dollar obverse paired with the 1 CENT oak and acorn wreath reverse — but is struck with a reeded edge in an alloy that contains silver: 78% silver, 5.6% nickel, 13.7% copper and 2.7% zinc. The one known piece sold as lot 5004 of the 1998 ANA sale (USPatterns). Reference data: struck in silver 78%, copper 13.7%, nickel 5.6%, zinc 2.7% with a reeded edge, rated unique. Catalogued as Judd-158A, Pollock-185A. metallurgical trial ex Heritage 1998 ANA sale lot 5004.
Rarity Notes
Unique (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-158a; Pollock-185A
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