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Judd-728
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
PATTERNS & TRIAL COINS 1864-1869 |
| Item Description: |
Silver 25C 1869 J-728 |
| Full Grade: |
PCGS PF 63 |
| Owner: |
All That Glitters |
Owner Comments:
On the obverse a right-facing Liberty wears a starless tiara. A headband behind the tiara bears the legend LIBERTY in raised letters. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA borders the upper rim, with IN GOD WE TRUST on a curved ribbon below. On the reverse STANDARD SILVER borders the upper edge, with 25 / CENTS in an open oak and laurel wreath. Struck in silver with a plain edge. This piece exhibits deep steel gray patina with a bold strike.
Pollock states in his 1994 reference that there is a possibility that Judd-728 exists at two different weights, 77 grains and 84 grains. (The weight of this piece is not specified on the insert.) All of the examples in the Pollock census, where the specifications are documented, appear to be of the former weight. It is interesting to note that only two examples of the 20 pieces thus certified by NGC and PCGS combined have been designated as Cameo proofs. Apparently the dies were prepared in such a manner that cameo contrast on the final product was not a consideration.