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1872 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-1249

Strike Type
1872 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-1249

Coin Details

Year
1872
Denomination
Patterns
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Trade Dollar Era Patterns (1871-1873)
Composition
Other

Auction Record

$39,100 PR63 08-05-2009 Bowers & Merena

Description

Closing the 1872 eagle series, J-1249 completes the comprehensive six-variety survey of the $10 denomination. The complete 1872 eagle group spans from conventional compositions through the sensational Amazonian gilt variant, documenting the full spectrum of artistic and metallurgical experimentation applied to one of America's most important gold coins during the Trade Dollar era.

Rarity Notes

R-7. Extremely rare, estimated 4-12 examples known.

Cross References

Judd-1249, Pollock-1385

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