Lot 1627
1861 Pattern Half Dollar. Copper, Reeded Edge. Judd-280. Pollock-331 Low Rarity 7. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red & Brown PQ. CAC Approved. Lovely red and blue toning. A With Motto half dollar that is similar to the as-struck Seated half, except the motto GOD OUR TRUST is set directly into the upper reverse field. Struck in copper with a reeded edge. Obviously struck at some time later than 1861 as the suggestion for a motto on coinage was not made until 1863. Significant portions of original mint red survives, especially around the devices. A well-balanced Gem with nicely reflective fields. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 12109) .
Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500.
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| Realized $9,106 |
