1871 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1142
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Coin Details
Auction Record
$12,000 PR64BN 04-29-2018 Heritage Auctions
Description
Introducing a Seated Liberty design that emphasizes commercial and international elements appropriate for a trade dollar, J-1142 was struck in the standard silver alloy. The obverse features Liberty in a pose suggesting commercial openness, with symbolic elements referencing maritime trade and international commerce. This design concept directly addressed the Trade Dollar's primary purpose of facilitating American silver exports to Chinese and other Asian ports.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, estimated 4-12 examples survive.
Cross References
Judd-1142, Pollock-1277
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