1866 Proof Nickel Pattern - J-494

Coin Details

Description

This Shield Nickel alloy variant tests a metallic composition that produces distinctive visual characteristics compared to the standard copper-nickel version. The color spectrum among 1866 nickel pattern alloys ranges from the pale silvery white of high-nickel compositions through the yellow-tinged hues of brass blends to the warm reddish tones of copper-rich formulations. J-494's specific alloy places it at a particular point on this spectrum, creating a coin that, while bearing the identical Shield design, presents a noticeably different aesthetic from its companion pieces in the series. For pattern collectors who assemble type sets of the 1866 nickels, these visual differences make each composition variant a distinct and desirable piece.

Rarity Notes

R.6 to R.7. Approximately 10-15 examples estimated.

Cross References

Pollock-3562