1870 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-930
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Coin Details
Auction Record
$8,050 PR66 08-11-2010 Heritage Auctions
Description
Pairing the Seated Liberty obverse with raised LIBERTY and STANDARD wreath reverse on a copper planchet with a plain edge, J-930 presents the first design group in its most medallic copper expression. The absence of edge reeding allows the design to extend to the very rim without visual interruption, lending a formal, medallion-like quality that contemporary European collectors found particularly appealing. William Barber's careful die preparation ensured that plain-edge copper specimens received the full proof treatment, with deeply mirrored fields and frosted devices that showcase every detail of the Seated Liberty figure.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, approximately 4-12 examples known.
Cross References
Judd-930, Pollock-1035
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