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1869 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-753

Strike Type
1869 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-753

Coin Details

Year
1869
Denomination
Patterns
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Reconstruction Era Patterns (1866-1869)
Composition
Other

Auction Record

$5,750 PR65 08-11-2011 Heritage Auctions

Description

A proof impression of J-753, the twelfth variety in the 1869 half dollar series. The sustained pace of half dollar pattern production throughout the year demonstrates the Mint's systematic approach to design evaluation under William Barber's leadership. Each variety builds on the accumulated knowledge of the preceding entries, creating a design evolution that can be traced through the sequential Judd numbers.

Rarity Notes

R.6. Approximately 15-20 examples known.

Cross References

Pollock-3789

External References

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