Lot 2071
1859 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. . J-228. . P-272. PCGS graded MS-65. This is the adopted design of 1860 onwards. Here is a pattern that is occasionally collected in the regular issue collection. It is one of the few patterns struck with non-proof dies. It is also one of the more available patterns with an estimated mintage of 300 to 500 pieces.
This example is fully struck with lots of cartwheel luster. There is a minor speck by the T in STATES. Pop 59; 6 finer in 66. (PCGS # 11932) .
Estimated Value $2,700 - 3,000.
Ex:The "Chiro" Collection. Eagle Eye Photo Seal accompanies this lot.
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| Realized $1,725 |
