Set Description
1865 - Liberty Seated Proof Set IN COPPER and Other Off Metal Strikes
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Remembering the year President Lincoln assassination by my assembling a Proof Mint Set of Liberty Seated Pieces in Copper.
These patterns have been frequently labeled as trial strikes but USPattern.com claims and widely believed now they were really struck for collectors and sold in sets. This makes 1865 no different to other years for the mint behavior in working deals with collectors outside of the mint normal goal.
For me, 1865 was a pivotal year for the United States as the Civil War was driven to a close, Lincoln Assassination & Johnson taking the helm as president and the increase emphases of the Motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" on our coinage. Several of the 1865 Liberty seated patterns (25c, 50C and 1$) combined the regular obverse dies with a reverse die from later years where the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" was officially used. These pieces appear to be transition in nature but were mostly restruck in a later year.
The 3 Cent Nickel was also introduced with the hope that the increase size will be more acceptance than the Silver Trimes and a way to displace Treasury's fractional currency notes.
Other pieces that I have assembled are examples of Regular dies struck in Aluminum, as well as somewhat more unique a Liberty Seated Dollar struck in Brass and one in Nickel.
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Set Goals
Assemble a sample of copper pieces of 1865 and recreate a 1865 proof set in Copper. While the IN GOD E TRUST pieces are not the reverse dies of the regular year but rather later years the obverse is of 1865..
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| 3CS
In Aluminum |
United States
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3CS 1863 J-322
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PCGS PF 62
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1863 Three Cent Silver,
Judd-322, Pollock-387
Rarity High R.7, PR62 CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with plain edge
Obverse/Reverse: 3 Cent Silver dies of the year but stuck in aluminum
Comment:
Although described in the literature as "regular dies trial pieces," Judd-322 is a restrike from the early 1870s, and initially offered as part of complete off-metal sets with the silver coinage of this year containing quarter, half dollar, and dollar which had the reverses of 1866 with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST above the eagle.
Generally very pleasing with an icy look. A stone-gray example with well struck central motifs. The peripheral stars show occasional softness. The central reverse displays several hair-thin and granular horizontal lines as made at the mint.
Provenance/Appearances:
FROM THE SEATTLE COLLECTION, Legends March 2020 RCA #37 / Lot #117; Priors
From THE STEVEN COOK COLLECTION, PART 2. Legend's 7/26/2018 RCA / Lot #520;
Heritage Oct 2014 PNG New York Invitational - New York, NY /Lot 4173;
Stacks and Bowers Sept 1997 / Lot 1088 ($3300);
Superior Galleries 6/1985 The Robert O. Lawson Collection / Lot 260 ($475)
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| 2C
In Copper Nickel |
United States
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2C 1864 J-371
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PCGS PF 65
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1864 2C
Judd-371, Pollock-440
Rarity: Low R.6, PR65
Ex: Benson
Struck in copper-nickel composition with a plain edge. (88 percent copper, 12 percent nickel) and the coin is slightly magnetic
Obverse/Reverse: Struck from the regular coinage dies with Large Motto.
Comment:
Splendid tan appearance with excellent eye appeal. Moderately reflective fields with sharp design features. Lighter gold in color than the French bronze alloy, with the devices especially frosty against the pristine mirror fields.
Both the obverse and the reverse are exceptional aside from a few minor reverse spots. Related off metal examples of this pattern were struck in nickel and aluminum composition.
Provenances/Appearances:
Private Sale Sept 2019; Prior From The Antigo Collection, Heritage Aug 2006 Denver, CO / Lot #1437; Heritage July 2004 New York, NY / Lot #7897; Benson Collection, Part Three (Ira & Larry Goldberg, 2/03) / lot 1799, notation purchased from Ira S. Reed from his auction of April 27, 1945 as lot 453 for $12.50.
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| 10C
In copper |
United States
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10C 1864 J-381
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1864 10C Ten Cents
Judd-381, Pollock-449
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 RB CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse/Reverse: Regular dies of 1864 but struck in copper
Comment: USPatterns.com points out that these deliberately struck off-metal pieces were sold as part of sets that included the quarter, half, and dollar with the motto on the reverse.
Outstanding mirrors beam vividly from all over. The mirrors display bold clarity, cleanliness, and are highly reflective. When you twirl the coin, the mirrors look like a freshly made sheet of glass. Both sides enjoy a gorgeous totally original mix of lots of GEM Mint Red, splashes of olive/pale brown colors. There are NO spots. Miss Liberty and the details are sharply struck and display light frost.
Provenance/Appearances:
Legends Regency Auction 51 Apr 2022 /Lot #307; Priors:
- The Collection of William Rau, Heritage Apr 2018 CSNS / Lot #4954;
- Heritage (Gene Wolfe Collection) Jan 2000 F.U.N. / Lot #7438;
- Superior Jun 2000 (Pre Long Beach) / Lot #2000 ($2,128),
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| 3C CN
Similar to regular dies
In Copper |
United States
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3CN 1865 J-411
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1865 3C Three Cent Nickel
Judd-411, Pollock-482
Rarity: High R.6, PR64 BN :
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: :Similar in design to the issued three cent nickel
Reverse: :Similar in design to the issued three cent nickel but the ribbon ends extend to the denticles, giving the reverse a crowded appearance.
Comment: :
A razor-sharp example of this scarce Judd variety. Vibrant fire-red, sea-green, and orange toning emerges when the piece is rotated beneath a light. A hair-thin mark is noted on the cheek.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Transaction Jan 2017; Prior Heritage Feb 2014 ANA National Money Show - Atlanta / Lot #5122
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| 3C CN
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United States
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3CN 1865 J-413
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NGC PF 65 BN
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1865 3C Three Cent Nickel
Judd-413, Pollock-484,
Rarity: Low R.6, PR65 Brown
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse/Reverse: The regular issue design for the three cent nickel, with normal sized ribbons.
Comment:
The date is boldly repunched as on regular issue proof examples. Faint die lines extend from the border through STA, also identical to the regular issue proofs. Although they were almost certainly struck for sale to collectors, these pieces were actually minted in 1865, based on the shared die with regular issue pieces. More than a dozen are known, mostly from the dies seen on the Newman example. A rare variant is known from a different obverse die that lacks the repunched date. A bold strike includes prominent rims on both sides of this lovely Gem proof. Rich olive-brown surfaces exhibit delicate turquoise overtones on both sides.
Provenance/Appearance:
"Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $15; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society- From The Eric P. Newman Collection, Heritage April 2013 CSNS - Chicago / Lot #3946
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| H10C Seated Liberty
In Copper
Simpson |
United States
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H10C 1865 J-420
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1865 H10C Half Dime,
Judd-420, Pollock-492
Rarity: High R.7, PR64 BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse/Reverse:
Regular dies trial piece for the half dime of 1865.
Comment:
Like so many other dies trial pieces from this period it was probably made for sale to collectors. The issue is rare, however. USPatterns.com estimates that about six examples are extant.
The fields are brightly mirrored and serve to enhance the remaining cherry-red and blue-gray patina on each side. Well-struck throughout.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Bob Simpson Collection Heritage Feb 2021Signature Auction / Lot #3179
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| 10C Seated Liberty
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United States
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10C 1865 J-421
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1865 10C Ten Cents,
Judd-421, Pollock-493,
Rarity: High R.7, PR64 RB
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse/Reverse: Struck using the regular dies of year but in copper
Comment:
This alleged dies trial piece was most likely deliberately struck for sale to collectors.. Fewer than four examples have been confirmed, including one in the Connecticut State Library. This is a brightly lustrous example whose obverse displays significant remaining mint red that is mixed with lavender. The reverse is more significantly toned and several shades deeper in hue. Seldom offered
Provenance/Appearances:
Ex Bob Simpson, Heritage Feb 2021 Auction / Lot #3180
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| 25C Seated Liberty
In Copper |
United States
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25C 1865 J-426
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NGC PF 65 RB
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1865 25C
Judd-426, Pollock-498,
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65RB CAC Endorsed
EX: Lemus
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Seated same as regular design of 1865 & 1866
Reverse: Spread wing eagle with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST placed on a scroll in the reverse field above the eagle This is the same design as adopted a year later in 1866
Comment:.
Per USPATTERN>COM actually most of these are believed to be restrikes made circa 1869 and into the early 1870s and offered with restrikes of other denominations in complete sets
Sharp design elements are set against deeply reflective fields 50% red
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections; Priors
- The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Heritage Jan 2009 FUN / Lot #1635 (As NGCPF65 BN),
- Corrado Romano Estate (Stack's, 6/1987), lot 857.
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| 50C Seated Liberty
In Copper |
United States
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50C 1865 J-430
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PCGS PF 62 Brown
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1865 50C
Judd-430, Pollock-503.
Rarity: High R.6, PR62BN, CAC Endorsed
Struck in Copper with Reeded Edge.
Obverse: The same design that the Mint used to produce regular issue 1865 Liberty Seated half dollars.
Reverse: Similar to the regular issue design of 1865, but with the addition of a scroll inscribed with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST in the field above the eagle. This is the design that the Mint adopted for regular issue Liberty Seated half dollar production in 1866.
Comment:
Warmly patinated olive-brown surfaces are sharply struck and smoother in hand than one might expect for the assigned grade. Subtle champagne-gold and pale pink undertones further enhance the eye appeal.
Although referred to as a transitional pattern, most specimens of Judd-430 were actually produced circa 1869 into the early 1870s for sale to contemporary collectors as part of pattern Proof sets that also included examples of the other denominations. About a dozen of these copper impressions are believed extant.
Provenance/Appearances:
From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. Who acquired it August 1995, Stacks and Bowers August 2019 ANA - Session 5 /Lot 3442; Heritage Aug1995 (ANA) Lot #8250;
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| 1$ Seated Liberty
In Copper |
United States
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S$1 1865 J-435
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1865 $1 Seated Dollar
Judd-435, Pollock-508
Rarity: Low R.7, PR63 BN
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Die is the same as that of the regular issue 1865 Seated dollar
Reverse: Is that of the regular issue Seated dollar beginning 1866 with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on a scroll over the eagle.
Comment:
About a dozen examples are known in copper with another 12 or so believed known in silver. The surfaces show subdued amber-brown patina with a few inoffensive carbon spots near the borders
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Aug 2019 ANA World's Fair of Money - Chicago / Lot #4474: Prior
- Heritage Feb 2006 Long Beach / Lot #2482 (Passed);
- Heritage Aug 19 1995 American Numismatic Association Sale / Lot #8251;
- Bowers & Merena Jan 1999 (The Rarities Sale Dr. Wallace Lee Collection.) Lot #305
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| 50C Seated Liberty
Copper |
United States
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50C 1866 J-539
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PCGS PF 62 Brown
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1866 50C With Motto
Judd-539, Pollock-604
Rarity: High R.7, PR62 Brown CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse/Reverse: Regular Liberty seated Dies of the year
Comment:
A so-called dies trial piece of the standard 1866 proof half dollar (With Motto). Only a half dozen pieces are believed known. US Patterns and Heritage both agree that these were unlikely actual dies trial piece and more likely that these were deliberately struck for sale to collectors.
The surfaces are deeply patinated with faint signs of hairlining beneath the depth of color over each side. Fully struck.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Sale Jan. 2019; Prior Heritage Dec 2018- Beverly Hills / Lot #4073; From The Collection of William Rau, Heritage April 2018 CSNS Chicago / Lot #4970 (NGC 62).
Could not locate earlier auctions even with the limited appearances
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| 25C
Copper |
United States
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25C 1867 J-590
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1867 25C (Copper)
Judd-590, Pollock-654
High R.7, PR64 BN
Struck I copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse/ Reverse:
Struck using the regular dies of 1867 but in copper
Comment:
While these had been called trials issues it is more likely they were struck for collectors. Only a half-dozen examples are believed known.
The surfaces on this piece show a surprising amount of original red surrounding the devices and within the recesses of the design. No contact marks are observed on either side and the piece is almost carbon-free.
Provenance/ Appearance:
-Heritage Aug 2016 ANA - Anaheim / Lot #6331, Prior
- From the Collection of Donald E. Bently, sold for the benefit of the Bently Foundation. Heritage Mar 2014 San Francisco / Lot #30562;
No earlier auctions could be found however,
- The Heritage Feb 1985 ANA lot 335 plate color image for the obverse looks similar however to the white-up for the reverse does not coincide to this piece
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| J-593 1$ Liberty Seated
In Brass |
United States
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S$1 1867 J-593
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PCGS PF 63
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1867 $1 Seated Dollar in Brass
Judd-593, Pollock-657
Rarity: High R.7, PR63
Struck in Brass with reeded edges
Obverse/Reverse: The obverse and reverse are struck from the regular issue dies for the 1867 Seated dollar,
Comment:
According to USPatterns.com, about a half-dozen examples are known in brass. The issue began appearing in auction catalogs in the 19th century in such offerings as lot 204 of the Woodside Collection (New York Coin & Stamp, 4/1892): "1867 Dollar: regular type: brass: proof: exceedingly rare." Even though five pieces were reportedly struck in brass, according to USPatterns.com there may have been even a couple more than that struck.
The surfaces are bright yellow-green, making it immediately obvious this is an off-metal striking. Faint iridescence is also seen over each side. The fields are adequately mirrored, each side shows faint evidence of hairlining, and there are a few small spots on the figure of Liberty.
Technical Diameter: 1.492 inches. Die alignment: 180°.. From Bowers Mar 96 Catalog
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Pacific Rim Collection, Heritage Nov. 2021 Signature® Auction Dallas / Lot #3748; Priors:
- Great Collections, Dec 2018 (lot # 649185)
- Prior Ex: Heritage Aug 2011 Chicago Auction / Lot #7735,
- Stacks-Bowers Feb 2008 The Rich Uhrich Collection / Lot # 1714;
- Bowers & Merena Feb 2006 (Rarities Sale) / Lot# 486
- John E. Drew Collection, Bowers and Merena Mar 1996, The Sebring and Garbe Collections / Lot #2061;
and in these last 2 Stacks & Bowers confirms this piece also was From
- Rarcoa's sale of the Harry X Boosel Collection, April 1972, / Lot #1057; and the
- Superior's ANA Convention Sale, August 1975, / Lot #1259;
- Bowers and Ruddy's sale of the Branigan Collection, August 1978, / Lot #1838; and
- Superior's session of Auction '79, / Lot #1626
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| 3CN Aluminum0 |
United States
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3CN 1868 J-621
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1868 3CN
Judd-621, Pollock-690
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64+ Cam CAC Endorsed.
Ex: Garrett-Simpson.
Struck in aluminum with a plain edge
Obverse/ Reverse. This piece used the dies of the regular three cent nickel design of the year..
Comment:
About a half dozen examples of Judd-621 are thought to exist. This piece lists the Garrett pedigree on the holder but the coin does not match the examples that Heritage offered in 2013. It may be the from the original aluminum set sold in 1997.
Both sides are Cameo-contrasted and all-brilliant with light die polish in the fields.
Provenance/ Appearance:
From Bob Simpson Collection Heritage Aug 2021 ANA WFOM US Coins Signature Auction / Lot #3097
priors:
R.A. Britton (H.G. Sampson, 2/1882), lot 956;
T. Harrison Garrett; Garrett Collection; Johns Hopkins University (Bowers and Ruddy, 11/1979), lot 396;
Superior 10/89 Heifetz sale,
Heritage 1/13 FUN, Simpson, set now broken up - Heritage 8/21 ANA
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| 50C Seated Liberty
Aluminum |
United States
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50C 1868 J-651
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PCGS PF 63
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1868 50C
Judd-651, Pollock-724
Rarity: High R.7 PR63
Ex Pittman & Lenox Lohr Collection
Struck in Aluminum with Reeded edge
Obverse and Reverse: The same designs that the Mint used to strike regular issue 1868 half dollars0.
Comment:
This is a lovely Choice Proof with bright silver white surfaces that exhibit appreciable cameo contrast to the finish. The website uspatterns.com notes that these were struck predominantly for sale to contemporary collectors as part of off metal Proof sets. Only a half dozen specimens of Judd-651 are believed extant.
David Akers Pittman Pt 1 catalog description …
“Numerous light hairlines in the fields, more prevalent on the obverse than they are on the reverse, which is actually very choice. Very sharply struck with a partial wire rim on both obverse and reverse. It appears that the rim might have been filed in places”
The Akers catalog on the Pittman auction noted that this piece was one of the twelve pieces that consist of most of the coins in the set of 1868 regular dies trial pieces struck in aluminum and
“… Missing, however, are the Indian Head Cent, the Two Cent piece, the Shield Nickel and the Ten Dollar gold piece. John J Pittman purchased almost all of this partial set from just two sources, Abe Kosoff’s 1958 ANA sale, and Empire Coin Co. in 1961. Unfortunately, he was unsuccessful in his attempts to complete it. He did own the Shield Nickel at one time, but it was stolen in the home invasion robbery of April 10, 1964. Four or five complete aluminum dies trial sets were struck in 1868 at the instruction of Henry R. Linderman, Director of the Mint. One of these sets, in an original leather presentation case, was in the Garrett Collection sale in 1979, Lot 396. This set later appeared in the 1997 ANA sale as Lot 7289. Another nearly complete set (undoubtedly assembled rather than original) was offered as individual pieces in Bowers and Merena’s 1984 Arnold/Romisa sale. It was missing only the Nickel Three Cent and Five Cent pieces. Another complete set, an original set in the possession of descendants of Hugh McCulloch, Secretary of the Treasury in 1868, reportedly was sold privately in recent years. In addition to the 4-5 complete sets, apparently a few extra pieces of each denomination were also struck."
Provenance/Appearance:
Direct sale David Lawrence July 2020; Priors:
- From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection, Stacks and Bowers Aug 2019 ANA - Session 5 Part 4 /Lot 3353,
- Also David Akers Oct 1997 The John Jay Pittman Collection: Part 1 / Lot # 788 ($2420) - and statement prior Purchased from Stack’s Metropolitan New York Numismatic Aution May 1962, featuring R.E. Cox, Jr. collection of half dollars / Lot 2225, for $160. - Previously in the Lenox Lohr Collection
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| 10# Eagle
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United States
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$10 1868 J-664
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PCGS PF 64
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1868 $10 Ten Dollars
Judd-664, Pollock-739
Rarity: High R.7, PR64
Ex: Garrett-Simpson.
Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge
Obverse/Reverse: The design is identical to the regular-issue Liberty Head eagle for the year.
Comment:
This off-metal pattern was issued and sold to collectors as part of a complete set of aluminum coinage. One such set formed part of the Garrett Collection. Although the Garrett pedigree is listed on the holder, this piece does not match the Garrett example that Heritage offered previously. It is a rarity nonetheless, however, and one of only six or so pieces known.
Fully struck from polished dies, this aluminum ten dollar is brilliant and partially contrasted.
Heritage Auctions questions the PCGS Label reference to the Garrett Collection ... however in comparing photos to the Superior Oct 1989 (Jascha Heifetz Collection Sale) lot #3283 there appears to be a couple of rim diagnostics that are similar. That set claims pedigree as .Previously from Bowers and Ruddy's Garrett Sale 1 , November 1979, Lot 396, earlier from Sampson's sale, held February 16-17, 1882, conducted by Bang's & Co
Provenance/Appearance:
From the Bob Simpson Collection Heritage Feb 2021 Signature Auction / Lot #3208; possible priors:
- Superior Oct 1989 (Jascha Heifetz Collection Sale) lot #3283;
= Bowers and Ruddy's Garrett Sale 1 , November 1979, Lot 396, earlier from
- Sampson's sale, held February 16-17, 1882, conducted by Bang's & Co
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| 50C Seated Liberty
Aluminum |
United States
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50C 1870 J-994
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PCGS PF 66
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1870 P50C Half Dollar,
Judd-994, Pollock-1124
Rarity: High R.7, PR66
Struck in Aluminum with reeded Edge
Obverse/Reverse: Struck from regular issue Seated Liberty half dollar dies,but struck in aluminum.
Comment:
An extremely rare die trials pattern that may have been produced as part of an aluminum alloy proof set for presentation purposes, or for sale to well-connected collectors.
This is an incredibly RARE Pattern. These "off-metal die trials" were struck for collectors and sold in off-metal sets. Absolutely brilliant with outstanding contrast, this coin has long been off the market and housed in a first generation PCGS encapsulation that was recently upgraded.
Incredibly flashy and reflection, the fields show a bold depth of clarity to the mirrors. The surfaces are devoid of any of the flaws that are often seen on aluminum planchets. Sharply struck with thickly frosted devices that stand out in stark contrast to the fields, giving this GEM a bold CAMEO like appearance.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Legends Auction May 2021 Regency Auction #45 /Lot #383
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| 1$ J-1022
Liberty Seated
In Nickel |
United States
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S$1 1870 J-1022
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PCGS PF 62
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1870 $1 Seated Dollar
Judd-1022, Pollock-1157
Rarity: Low R.7, MS62
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in nickel with a reeded edge.
Obverse/Reverse: The regular-issue Seated Liberty dies for the year.
Comment:
Not only is this one of the few large-size patterns struck in this metal-edge combination, it is also one of the only patterns known to have been struck from both proof and circulation-strike dies. This Mint State representative features brilliant surfaces that are lustrous rather than flashy or reflective, with considerable softness around the rims. Probably fewer than a half dozen Judd-1022 pieces exist, both formats included.
The Farouk Collection contained two Mint State examples, and per Heritage, the only certified business strikes are this MS62 Simpson coin and an MS66 from the Denali Collection.
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Pacific Rim Collection Heritage Nov 2021 Signature® Auction / Lot #3487; an just prior Selections From the Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I (Heritage, 9/2020), Lot #10264. Earlier Provenances as Ex: Possibly King Farouk Palace Collection Sale (Sotheby's 2/1954), lot 1839; possibly Gaston DiBello Collection (Stack's, 5/1970), lot 412; possibly Dr. Walter Lee Crouch Collection (Superior Galleries, 6/1977), Lot #517 (No Photos to Confirm PF60); Father Flanagan's Boys Home Sale (Superior Galleries, 5/1990), Lot #3338 ($5500);
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| 25C
Copper |
United States
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25C 1872 J-1198
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1872 25C Liberty Seated Quarter,
Judd-1198, Pollock-1338,
Rarity: R.8, PR64+ BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse/Reverse: Both sides feature the regular Seated Liberty quarter dollar design for the year..
Comment:
USPatterns.com reports fewer than six examples known, but the certification totals are even lower. Powder-blue and lavender accents are slightly more pronounced on the reverse, while copper-orange color surrounds the stars and date on the obverse. Razor-sharp and carefully preserved
These coins have been called die trial pieces, but they were actually marketed to collectors as part of complete off-metal sets. One such set was offered in lot 282 of the Woodside Collection (New York Coin & Stamp, 4/1892):
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Sale Jan 2022. Prior:
- Heritage Sept 2020 Important Selections from The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I / Lot #10285
- Possible Priors are Heritage Jan 1999 (FUN) / Lot #7539 (NGC65BN Passed) , or the
- Heritage Aug 1992 (A.N.A. ) / Lot # 2602 (NGC64BN)
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| 25C
Copper |
United States
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25C 1873 J-1270
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PCGS PF 66 Red Brown
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1873 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-1270, Pollock-1412
Rarity: High R.7, PR66 RB
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in Copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse/Reverse:
Struck using the regular quarter No Arrows type Dies of 1873 w/ Closed 3 but in copper
Comment:
As often repeated in these descriptions, these pieces were formerly regarded as dies trial strikes; however, they were undoubtedly struck instead for sale to collectors as part of off-metal sets. Of these copper strikes, USPatterns.com estimates that four or five pieces are believed to exist, while only two or three pieces are known in aluminum.
Just a smidgen of red still survives, mostly seen around the devices and within the recesses of the design on the obverse. Otherwise, each side displays rich, deep blue patina. A couple of minor strike-through can be found on each side, undoubtedly from a stray piece of wire, etc. that was struck into the piece. The most notable example is beneath the junction of the eagle's right (facing) wing. Exceptional color and overall preservation of surfaces.
This is a very rare pattern as Judd claims it to be a High R7 while US pattern indicate only 4 or 5 may exist. In reviewing auction records from 2022 to 1971 the Judd 1270 appears 24 times. This piece along accounts for at least 7 of these appearances and 2 other pieces account for another 12 appearances leaving 2 with photos that are not clear enough to put in either of the 3 buckets and 2 other auctions noted in this time frame had no photos at all.
As reported in May 1992 Lot1724 the technical specifics are 89.0 grains. Diameter: 0.949 inches. Die alignment: 180°.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale Jan 2022, Prior
- Heritage Feb 2021 Signature Auction / Lot #3634;
- Ex: Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I (Heritage, 9/2020), lot 10295;
- Superior Sept 1998 / Lot #1876 AS NGC64BN ($3200);
- Heritage Jul 1997 (ANA)/ Lot #7328 as PCGS63 RB ($2530)
- Bowers & Merena May 1992 (The Somerset Collection) / Lot #1724;
- Paramount Oct 1986 / Lot 400 ($1210);
- Bowers & Ruddy Sept 1975 Winthrop Sale/ Lot #60 ($410)
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| 25C
Copper |
United States
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25C 1876 J-1455
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1876 25C (Copper)
Judd-1455, Pollock-1604,
Rarity: R.8, PR64 BN CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse/ Reverse:
Struck using the regular dies for 1976 but in copper
Comment:
Traditionally described as a regular dies trial striking, the two known pieces were undoubtedly struck for collectors as part of complete copper sets
Only two examples are known, according to USPatterns.com.
This piece has a Brown designation, and the other known piece (sold as part of the Simpson Collection in February of 2021) is a Red and Brown, also a PR64. The surfaces are even brown with underlying reddish patina. Fully struck throughout and problem-free.
This piece was not listed in Adams and Woodin’s reference, but one was in Woodin’s collection in 1914. He had one each of every denomination from 10C through 20$ in copper.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale Jan 2022; Prior Heritage Aug 2021 ANA / Lot #4403,
Ex: Lester Merkin Sale (9/1967), Lot #535;
Stacks June 1985 Sale (The June Sale) /Lot #513 ($1320).
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United States
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50C 1885 J-1746
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1885 50C Half Dollar
Judd-1746, Pollock-1958,
Rarity: R.8, PR64+ Cameo
Ex: Simpson.
Two Known, One in Private Hands (Mine)
Plate coin for Judd reference book and the USPattern.com web site
Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge
Obverse/Reverse: The regular dies for the 1885 Seated half dollar.
Comment:
Only two Judd-1746 pieces are known, one of which is permanently impounded in the Smithsonian Institution. This is the only example in private hands, and it can be traced all the way back to Thomas Elder's 1908 sale of the Peter Gschwend Collection, where it was plated. The image from the 1908 Plate clearly matches this piece. A few grayish-gold spots are speckled across otherwise brilliant surfaces. Contrast between the fields and devices is pronounced. The Judd plate coin.
This was the last year of a 15-year practice of the mint to strike off metal ( Copper and Aluminum) pieces using the regular dies of the year. It is widely believed these were struck for the fancy of special collectors with connections to the mint and not for any test or trial purpose.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Aug 2022 / Lot #5291 Priors:
- Ex: Peter Gschwend (Thomas Elder, 6/1908), lot Z in the second addendum; ;
- Virgil Brand (Journal #44170); Armin Brand; & other unknown intermediaries,
- Harry X Boosel Collection (RARCOA, 4/1972), lot 1190;
- FUN Sale (RARCOA, 1/1973), lot 688;
- Public Auction Sale (Stack's, 1/1987) lot 535;
- Superior Galleries, 10/1990 / Lot #1887;
- Robert W. Miller, Sr. Collection (Bowers and Merena, 11/1992), lot 1085;
- Rarities Sale (Bowers and Merena, 1/1997), lot 466;
- William H. LaBelle, Sr. Collection (American Numismatic Rarities, 7/2005), lot 68;
- Important Selections from The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part III / FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2021), lot 3273;
- Dallas Signature (Heritage, 6/2021), lot 3256.
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