1864 Proof Cent Pattern - J-355

Coin Details

Auction Record

$8,400 PR65+ 02-25-2021 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1864 Proof Cent Pattern - J-355 is a proof cent from 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. Auction record: $8,400 PR65+ 02-25-2021 Heritage Auctions. Struck in other. Cataloged as PCGS #535077.

Rarity Notes

Rarity-6 to R-7. Approximately 10-15 specimens known.

Cross References

Judd-355; Pollock-426