1871 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-1108
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$4,140 PR64 05-07-1999 Bowers & Merena
Description
Introducing a modified Seated Liberty obverse with changes to the treatment of the Liberty cap and pole arrangement, J-1108 was struck in the standard silver alloy with the eagle reverse. This design variant explores how small modifications to Liberty's regalia could refresh the half dollar's appearance without requiring a complete artistic overhaul. The cap and pole, symbols of freed slaves in Roman tradition, carried particular resonance in the post-Civil War era.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, estimated 4-12 examples known.
Cross References
Judd-1108, Pollock-1243
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