1862 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-297
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $6,900
- Sold
- Grade
- PR66
- Auction house
- Superior Galleries
Description
The 1862 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-297 is a proof eagle struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series. This copper eagle carries GOD OUR TRUST on a scroll above the eagle and comes from two obverse dies with different date positions; examples are known bronzed and gilt. It is struck in copper with a reeded edge; USPatterns rates it R-6. Catalogued as Judd-297, Pollock-355 and 356, A/W 355, Taxay EP317. Cataloged as PCGS #60447.
Rarity Notes
R-6 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-297; Pollock-355; Pollock-356; Adams-Woodin 355; Taxay EP317; gilt examples: NGC 42295
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