1863 Proof Cent Pattern - J-303
Strike TypeCoin Details
Description
The 1863 Proof Cent Pattern - J-303 is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series. This 1863 cent has Longacre's initial L on the ribbon; USPatterns describes these as backdated pieces made around 1869 to 1871 and cannot confirm an oroide example. It is struck in oroide with a plain edge; USPatterns rates it R-8. Catalogued as Judd-303, Pollock-366, A/W 429. Cataloged as PCGS #60458.
Rarity Notes
R-8 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-303; Pollock-366; Adams-Woodin 429
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