1872 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-1241, Gilt, Amazonian

Coin Details

Auction Record

$57,600 PR62 09-29-2022 Heritage Auctions

Description

The Amazonian warrior Liberty applied to the $5 gold denomination, this gilt copper pattern presents the muscular seated figure at the half eagle's generous diameter where the design's power and detail can be fully appreciated. The gilded surface simulates the gold appearance that this revolutionary design would have had if adopted for production half eagles, offering one of the most dramatic what-if scenarios in American numismatic history. The half eagle Amazonian is considered one of the finest artistic expressions of Barber's martial Liberty concept.

Rarity Notes

R-8. Exceedingly rare, approximately 2-5 examples known.

Cross References

Judd-1241, Pollock-1377 (gilt Amazonian variant)