1873 Proof Dime Pattern - J-1269

Coin Details

Auction Record

$9,890 PR66 01-01-2009 Stack's

Description

The copper companion to J-1268, this dime pattern completes the minimal two-variety program for the denomination in 1873. The dime's secure legislative future freed it from the extensive pattern testing applied to the dollar denomination, which was undergoing the most intensive design competition in its history. The piece maintains the annual pattern tradition for a denomination that would emerge from the 1873 reforms essentially unchanged.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

Judd-1269, Pollock-1408