Lot 1649
1855 Pattern Cent. Bronze, plain edge. Original. Judd-168. Pollock-193. NGC graded Proof 65 Brown. A popular Pattern issue. Even brown toning. Razor-sharp and gem quality surface from center to periphery. Only two or three of the stars lack compete radial lines. Large flying eagle design by Mint Engraver James B. Longacres, whose modified eagle would grace the 72-grain weight Flying Eagle cents of 1856-58. This is an early proposal, with stars around the eagle, the date below. Longacre's signature slanting 5s are seen in the date, an attractive artistic touch. Pop 1; 2 finer in 66. (PCGS # 11720) .
Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000.
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| Realized $2,938 |
