1870 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-956
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$9,988 PR66 08-08-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
Closing the fifth design group, J-956 strikes the inscribed-diadem Liberty Head obverse and STANDARD wreath reverse in aluminum with a plain edge. As the sixth variety completing this obverse-reverse combination, J-956 marks the end of Linderman's exploration of his most classically styled Liberty portrait for the half dollar denomination paired with the STANDARD wreath. Heritage Auctions has described this entry into the Standard Silver series as featuring Liberty wearing a diadem with the date in small letters within the wreath. The plain-edge aluminum combination produces the most delicate and ethereal piece in the group.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, approximately 4-12 examples known.
Cross References
Judd-956, Pollock-1100
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