1868 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-662
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$18,800 PR64 04-24-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
A second proof eagle pattern for 1868, this piece features die characteristics distinct from J-661. The ten-dollar gold coin was among the most prestigious denominations in the American series, and modifications to its design carried significant symbolic weight. These patterns document the Mint's careful consideration of how to update the eagle's appearance while maintaining the dignity and authority appropriate to a major gold denomination. The Liberty Head obverse with coronet and the heraldic eagle reverse provided a well-established framework for experimentation.
Rarity Notes
R.7. Estimated 7-12 examples extant.
Cross References
Pollock-3698
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