1872 Proof Dollar Pattern - J-1214

Coin Details

Auction Record

$24,000 PR65 08-10-2023 Heritage Auctions

Description

Struck in aluminum, J-1214 extends the design group anchored by J-1212 into the exotic lightweight metal. The aluminum version of each trade dollar concept served primarily as a presentation piece and permanent record, its resistance to tarnishing ensuring that the design's details would be preserved indefinitely. These aluminum strikings often survive in the finest condition among the available composition variants.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1214, Pollock-1350