1872 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-1247

Coin Details

Auction Record

$16,500 PR65 10-01-1997 David Akers

Description

Struck in aluminum, J-1247 renders the Liberty Head eagle in the exotic lightweight composition. An aluminum $10 gold piece at the eagle's generous diameter but weighing a small fraction of the production coin creates one of the most dramatic physical contrasts in the Trade Dollar era program. The piece served as a permanent display record of the design rather than a metallurgical experiment with any practical application.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1247, Pollock-1383