1869 Proof Dime Pattern - J-709

Coin Details

Auction Record

$5,500 PR65 03-01-1980 Bowers & Ruddy

Description

A proof striking of the fourteenth 1869 dime pattern variety, entering the final half of the program. J-709 features design characteristics that distinguish it within the extensive series, potentially representing a distinct design family or a refinement of an earlier concept. The methodical progression through so many varieties demonstrates that the 1869 dime program was not random experimentation but rather a structured design evaluation intended to produce a definitive recommendation for the denomination's future.

Rarity Notes

R.6. Approximately 15-20 examples survive.

Cross References

Pollock-3745