1864 Proof Half Dime Pattern - J-380

Coin Details

Auction Record

$13,800 PR66 07-25-2003 American Numismatic Rarities

Description

Judd-380, Pollock-451, is the third and final 1864 proof half dime With Motto pattern, completing the denomination's contribution to the 1864 motto program. Together with the two 1863 varieties (J-323 and J-324), a total of five half dime motto patterns were produced across two years. This modest total reflects the half dime's diminishing importance in the American monetary system — the denomination would be discontinued in 1873, only seven years after receiving the motto on regular issues.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-380; Pollock-451; With Motto series