1858 Proof Cent Pattern - J-217a
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $66,000
- Sold
- Grade
- PR65
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1858 Proof Cent Pattern - J-217a is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Early Republic Patterns (1792-1859) series. It is a striking of the regular 1858 Small Letters Flying Eagle cent dies in nickel or German silver; USPatterns confirms three examples. Struck during the California Gold Rush era, when vast quantities of western gold transformed the American economy and led to new denominations. Struck in nickel or German silver, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #11905. Reference data: struck in nickel with a plain edge, rated R-7. Catalogued as Judd-217A, Pollock-240.
Rarity Notes
R-7 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-217a; Pollock-240
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