Lot 1219
1866. Pattern Cent. J-456, P-530, High Rarity-6. Copper Nickel, plain edge. . J-456. PCGS graded Proof 65. Here is another example of a copper-nickel planchet made a couple of years after the French Bronze alloy had been adopted. This one is very boldly struck, and has a natural haze covering both sides. We note slight doubling on some of the reverse devices, likely from being struck at least twice, necessary when using the hard nickel alloy with copper. This is the finest graded of only 8 seen by PCGS. An impressive example of this pattern issue.
Estimated Value $2,250 - 2,750.
Purchased from Ira S. Reed, 4/27/45.
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