1865 Proof Three Cent Pattern - J-411

Coin Details

Auction Record

$6,000 PR65+BN 11-22-2020 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1865 Proof Three Cent Pattern - J-411 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: $6,000 PR65+BN 11-22-2020 Heritage Auctions. Struck in copper. Cataloged as PCGS #60592.

Rarity Notes

High Rarity-6 to Rarity-7. Available in BN, RB, and RD color designations. A PR65 example sold for $3,163 at auction in January 2005. Current values $2,500-$5,000 depending on color.

Cross References

Judd-411; Pollock-482