1871 Proof Cent Die Trial - J-1042a

Coin Details

Description

This 1871 Indian Head cent struck in nickel is catalogued as Judd-1042a; Judd-1042 is the same design in aluminum. The Indian Head cent, designed by James B. Longacre, had been in production since 1859 and by 1871 was well established as the standard small cent. The "a" suffix in the Judd number typically indicates a die trial or off-metal striking of the parent number, distinguishing it from the standard pattern configuration. uspatterns believes the unique example, worn to Fine and weakly struck on a heavy 68.25-grain planchet, may be a mint error, and notes that such off-metal pieces were usually struck for sale to collectors in sets. Reference data: struck in nickel with a plain edge, rated unique. Catalogued as Pollock-1177.

Rarity Notes

believed unique (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-1042a; Pollock-1177