1863 Proof Three Cent Pattern - J-319, Original

Coin Details

Auction Record

$7,800 PR66BN 09-17-2020 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1863 Proof Three Cent Pattern - J-319, Original is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series. The obverse features experimental designs reflecting wartime themes including patriotic motifs and alternative compositions and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the Civil War, when coin hoarding caused severe shortages and the Mint experimented with new compositions to keep coins in circulation. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $7,800 PR66BN 09-17-2020 Heritage Auctions. Struck in bronze. Cataloged as PCGS #50477.

Rarity Notes

Rarity-7. Original strikings are notably scarcer than restrikes. Approximately 5-8 original specimens known.

Cross References

Judd-319; Pollock-371 (Original)