1871 Proof Half Dollar Pattern - J-1117
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$19,550 PR65 10-18-2013 Scotsman
Description
A standard silver striking featuring a design concept that incorporates both traditional Seated Liberty elements and more contemporary portrait ideas, J-1117 represents one of the later half dollar experiments for 1871. This synthesis approach acknowledged that public acceptance of a new design might require retaining recognizable elements from the established coinage while gradually introducing updated artistic concepts.
Rarity Notes
R-7. Extremely rare, estimated 4-12 examples known.
Cross References
Judd-1117, Pollock-1252
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