1859 Proof Cent Pattern - J-231
Strike TypeCoin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $7,590
- Sold
- Grade
- PR64
- Auction house
- American Numismatic Rarities
Description
Judd-231 is a proof pattern cent struck in bronze with a plain edge, a trial striking of the regular 1859 Indian Head cent dies. The obverse features Longacre's Indian Head Liberty design with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border and the date 1859. The reverse is the regular laurel wreath of 1859; the copper striking of the same dies is Judd-230 (USPatterns). The reverse designs tested in 1859 (J-226 to J-229) demonstrate the thoroughness with which Mint Director Snowden and Chief Engraver Longacre evaluated potential reverse designs before settling on the oak wreath with shield motif adopted in 1860. Reference data: struck in bronze with a plain edge, rated R-6. Catalogued as Judd-231, Pollock-274, A/W 317.
Rarity Notes
R-6 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-231; Pollock-274; Adams-Woodin 317
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