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1872 Proof Three Dollar Pattern - J-1239

Strike Type
1872 Proof Three Dollar Pattern - J-1239

Coin Details

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

Auction Record

$6,050 PR64 10-14-1997 Stack's

Description

Closing the 1872 three-dollar series, J-1239 was struck in an additional composition that rounds out the most comprehensive three-dollar pattern program in any single year. With six varieties spanning standard silver, copper, gilt copper Amazonian, aluminum, copper-nickel, and this final composition, the 1872 three-dollar group demonstrates the thoroughness that characterized the Trade Dollar era's approach to pattern production, even for the most obscure denominations.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1239, Pollock-1375

External References

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