1854 Proof Cent Pattern - J-165a, Original
Strike Type
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Description
Judd-165a, Pollock-190. This original striking of the J-165a employs a variation of the hook-neck flying eagle obverse found on the J-163 through J-165 series, paired with a ONE CENT wreath reverse. Struck in copper with a plain edge. The J-165a is distinguished from the closely related J-163 and J-165 by subtle die differences in the reverse wreath configuration. As an original striking rather than a later restrike, this piece dates to the actual period of experimentation in 1854 when the Mint was actively testing flying eagle designs.
Rarity Notes
R-6 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-165a; Pollock-189; Adams-Woodin 189; Taxay EP183
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