Lot 1277
1870 Pattern Dime. Silver, plain edge. Judd-832. Pollock-922. Low Rarity 7. NGC graded Proof 66 CAC Approved. Gorgeous green and blue toning. A lustrous little gem specimen with a grand display of bright hues on both sides, it happens to be nicely struck as well, fully so. William Barber is credited with the seated figure (left) of Liberty, supporting a shield by her side while holding a scroll with LIBERTY in raised letters. On the reverse, the familiar Wreath of Cereals by mint engraver James Longacre, which had been used in one form or another since 1859 on Patterns and regular currency issues alike. Pop 2; none finer (PCGS # 61076) .
Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500.
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