1871 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1148

Coin Details

Auction Record

$13,800 PR66 08-08-2010 Stack's

Description

Another standard silver dollar pattern in the ongoing trade dollar design evaluation, J-1148 features a distinct variation of the Seated Liberty obverse that explores different proportional relationships between the central figure and the surrounding legend. These late-series entries document the fine-tuning phase of design development, where major conceptual questions had been resolved and attention turned to optimizing proportions, spacing, and overall visual harmony.

Rarity Notes

R-7. Extremely rare, estimated 4-12 examples known.

Cross References

Judd-1148, Pollock-1283