Lot 1072
1869 Pattern Quarter Dollar, J-733, R-5, silver, reeded edge. NGC graded Proof 66. Pollock-814. As this coin is in a holder, we are not sure if its a thick or thin planchet but more likely the thin one, as it is more common. One of the ever popular STANDARD SILVER pieces that boasts deep blue and gold toning on both sides over mirror fields. The strike is not full on the curls around Liberty's ear, and only a portion of LIBERTY is visible, slightly weak on the reverse on the word CENTS. A few minor hairlines are visible with a glass, but no other problems worthy of note. Apparently tied for the finest known, as NGC has only graded 2 this high, as has PCGS, with neither service grading any higher of this pattern issue. A coin that should be inspected to appreciate its subtle beauty.
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| Realized $1,668 |
