1872 Proof Half Eagle Pattern - J-1243

Coin Details

Auction Record

$20,700 PR67 01-01-2007 Heritage Auctions

Description

A copper-nickel rendering of the half eagle design, J-1243 tests the established base-metal alloy at the $5 denomination. The silvery copper-nickel composition gives the half eagle design a distinctly different visual character from both gold and copper, creating an object that occupies a unique aesthetic space between the warm tones of gold and the cooler appearance of silver-alloy coinage.

Rarity Notes

R-6 to R-7. Approximately 10-15 examples estimated.

Cross References

Judd-1243, Pollock-1379