1871 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1144

Coin Details

Auction Record

$9,200 PR64 07-12-2007 Heritage Auctions

Description

The aluminum version of J-1142's commercial Seated Liberty concept, J-1144 extends the trade-oriented design into exotic metal. By the mid-J-1140s, the dollar pattern series had moved decisively away from general standard silver experiments toward designs specifically conceived for the proposed Trade Dollar, reflecting the crystallization of congressional intent to authorize a new denomination for international commerce.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1144, Pollock-1279