1855 Proof Cent Pattern - J-167, Original
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $16,100
- Sold
- Grade
- PR65
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
Judd-167, Pollock-193, rated R.5. This large cent-sized pattern from 1855 continues the flying eagle experimentation that began with the 1854 patterns, moving one year closer to the design's adoption for regular coinage in 1857. The obverse features the hook-neck eagle in flight surrounded by thirteen stars, with the date 1855 distinguished by its slanting 5s — a subtle but useful diagnostic for attributing this issue. The reverse places ONE CENT at the center of a thick laurel wreath strongly reminiscent of the wreath used on the contemporary Coronet (Braided Hair) large cent, creating a visual bridge between the old and proposed new designs. Struck in copper with a plain edge. As an original striking, this piece dates to the actual year of experimentation. Reference data: struck in copper with a plain edge, rated R-5. Catalogued as Judd-167, Pollock-193, A/W 197, Taxay EP192. restrikes exist.
Rarity Notes
R-5 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-167; Pollock-193; Adams-Woodin 197; Taxay EP192
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