1869 Proof Quarter Pattern - J-728
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Description
The 1869 Proof Quarter Pattern - J-728 is a proof quarter pattern struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Reconstruction Era Patterns (1866-1869) series. It is one of the three Standard Silver designs of 1869, lighter coins proposed for redeeming fractional currency notes, which the Mint sold to collectors in sets for $15. On this design Liberty wears a tiara without stars; the reverse reads STANDARD SILVER above the denomination in a wreath, with the date below. It is struck in silver with a plain edge. USPatterns.com rates it R-6. It is also catalogued as Pollock-809, Adams-Woodin 765 and Taxay EP593. Cataloged as PCGS #60955.
Rarity Notes
R-6 (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-728; Pollock-809; Adams-Woodin 765; Taxay EP593
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