1885 Proof Cent Pattern - J-1740a
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Description
The 1885 Proof Cent Pattern - J-1740a is a proof cent pattern struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Design Reform Patterns (1880-1942) series. It is a more finished version of Eastman Johnson's perforated design of 1884. It is the same 1885/3 overdate design on an unperforated planchet, known from the Farouk sale. It is struck in silver with a plain edge. USPatterns.com lists it as unique. It is also catalogued as Pollock-1951 and Taxay EP1276. Cataloged as PCGS #62182.
Rarity Notes
unique (USPatterns.com)
Cross References
Judd-1740a; Pollock-1951; Taxay EP1276
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