Lot 2070
1858 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. . J-202. . Rarity 5. . P-245. NGC graded Proof 66. Medium golden brown. Full, razor-sharp strike characterizes every element of this pretty design. Shimmering reflective tendencies in the fields are most clearly seen as the coin tips at an angle into a light. In addition to the mirrors, there are delicate pinkish-apricot highlights to the otherwise honey-tan surfaces, plus a lack of contact marks which further enhances the appeal. Tied for finest known! Pop 2; none finer at NGC. (PCGS # 11867) .
A small eagle files left on the obverse with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border and the date 1858 below. This eagle has long been called the "Skinny Eagle" in certain numismatic circles. The reverse is similar to that employed in the production of regular-issue 1859 Indian cents. It features the denomination ONE CENT surrounded by a laurel wreath with clusters of five leaves. Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge.
Similar in design to both the Flying Eagle Cent of 1856-1858 and the first-year Indian Cent of 1859, this is a popular Pattern among numismatists who specialize in regular-issue small cents. At least one example is known with 180-degree, or medallic alignment of the dies.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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