1870 Proof Quarter Pattern - J-881
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Description
Concluding the first design group, J-881 renders the Seated Liberty obverse and STANDARD wreath reverse in aluminum with a plain edge. As the sixth and final variety in this obverse-reverse combination, it completes the systematic matrix of three metals and two edge types that William Barber applied to every design pairing in the quarter series. The plain edge on an aluminum planchet produces an almost medallion-like quality, devoid of the tactile cues that silver coins provided through both weight and edge reeding. This piece closes the opening chapter of Linderman's quarter dollar experiments.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, approximately 4-12 examples survive.
Cross References
Judd-881, Pollock-979
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