Lot 714
1871 Pattern Half Dime. Aluminum, reeded edge. . Judd-1064. Pollock-1199. PCGS graded Proof 64. Here is a lovely example of James Longacre's un-adopted design of Liberty as an Indian Princess. Her had rests on a globe with a band inscribed with the word Liberty. A prescient reminder that America's idea of spreading liberty around the world is not all that new. The reverse is the regular die for that year. This specimen is sharply struck and retains full mint brilliance. The only post-production detail one observes is a very fine scratch in the right obverse field, the only possible reason for the 64 grade, as otherwise it is nearly flawless. In the most recent Judd revision, no. 1064 is rated Rarity 8, the highest rating other than unique. Estimates are 2 or 3 specimens known and it is reasonable to expect that one or more may be permanently impounded in museums. This coin may be the only one ever available to collectors, and thus an important opportunity. PCGS population is 2, both PR-64, and quite possibly the same coin submitted twice. In an old green label holder (PCGS # 61323) .
Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,500.
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