1858 Proof Cent Pattern - J-208
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $18,800
- Grade
- MS65 NGC
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1858 Proof Cent Pattern - J-208 is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series. It is the transitional design: the Indian Head obverse that entered production in 1859, here dated 1858, with the laurel-wreath reverse of 1859, part of the twelve-piece sets the Mint sold (USPatterns). Struck during the California Gold Rush era, when vast quantities of western gold transformed the American economy and led to new denominations. Struck in copper-nickel, weighing 4.67 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #11885. Reference data: struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge, rated R-7. Catalogued as Judd-208, Pollock-261, A/W 264, Taxay EP253. Centered date, laurel wreath with 6 leaves.
Rarity Notes
R-4 to R-7 by die variety (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-208; Pollock-253, 254, 259, 261; Adams-Woodin 264; Taxay EP253
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