1858 Proof Cent Pattern - J-211

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Description

Judd-211 is an 1858 Indian Head cent pattern pairing Obverse 8 (the Indian Head design dated 1858) with Reverse B (an oak wreath with arrows below, tied with ribbon, open at the top, and ONE CENT at the center). Multiple die pairs are cataloged under the J-211 designation, with Pollock distinguishing between narrow bust (P-255) and rounded bust (P-262) obverse varieties. The rounded bust variety is more commonly encountered and features the broader bust point treatment characteristic of the later 1860-1864 Indian Head cent obverse die. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge, J-211 specimens appear in both proof and uncirculated formats. This die combination was included as part of the 12-piece pattern sets sold by the Mint, ensuring its survival in appreciable numbers despite the many die varieties cataloged under this single Judd number. Cataloged as PCGS #11893. Reference data: struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge, rated R-5. Catalogued as Judd-211, Pollock-262, A/W 263, Taxay EP252. Centered date.

Rarity Notes

R-5 to R-7 by die variety (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-211; Pollock-255, 262; Adams-Woodin 263; Taxay EP252