1871 Proof Half Dime Pattern - J-1060

Coin Details

Auction Record

$4,370 PR66 05-07-1999 Bowers & Merena

Description

A copper striking from the same Seated Liberty obverse and wreath reverse dies as J-1059, this half dime pattern provides the base-metal comparison piece for the series. The half dime had never been produced in copper for circulation, making every copper half dime pattern an inherently experimental object. The warm reddish-brown of fresh copper transforms the familiar Seated Liberty design into something visually unprecedented for this denomination.

Rarity Notes

R-6 to R-7. Approximately 10-15 examples estimated.

Cross References

Judd-1060, Pollock-1195