1871 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1131

Coin Details

Auction Record

$25,300 PR66 09-13-2003 American Numismatic Rarities

Description

Extending the refined Commercial Eagle concept into aluminum, J-1131 completes the three-metal survey of this design iteration. By maintaining the rigorous standard of testing each design variant in standard silver, copper, and aluminum, the Mint ensured that no aspect of a design's performance in different metals was left unexplored. This systematic approach was particularly important for the dollar denomination, where the stakes of the design competition were highest.

Rarity Notes

R-7 to R-8. Very rare, approximately 3-8 examples survive.

Cross References

Judd-1131, Pollock-1266