1872 Proof Double Eagle Pattern - J-1252

Coin Details

Auction Record

$103,500 PR66 04-01-2009 Heritage Auctions

Description

Struck in aluminum, J-1252 renders the Liberty Head double eagle in the exotic lightweight metal at the largest denomination's full diameter. An aluminum double eagle creates the single most dramatic weight contrast in all of American numismatics: a coin the size of a $20 gold piece but lighter than a cent. The piece stands as the ultimate expression of the Trade Dollar era's ambition to test every denomination in every available composition, regardless of practicality.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1252, Pollock-1388