Set Description
Barber Seated Liberty Patterns of 1870
Lets face the other way!
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With Longacre passing in 1869, William Barber was made Chief Engraver of the mint. Barber had engraved many of Longacre's designs previously including the Liberty Bust Standard silver pieces of 1869, Barber now had the opportunity to created his own footprint. He did so starting with a unique series of Liberty Seated patterns of 1870. These patterns where a seated Liberty facing to our left, with Liberty supporting a shield with her right hand an oliva branch in her right. The Liberty pole is free standing behind the shield. This appeared to be a spin from the existing seated Liberty design. These patterns developed to support the "STANDARD SILVER" initiative where the reverse motifs ( open wreath with a denomination in the center and "STANDARD" at the top) as used on the Liberty portrait pieces for the 10, 25 and 50 Cent pieces. Barber extended the design features to the 3 Cent Silver and half dime denomination which seem strange as these pieces were already slated for extinction. He did expand the series upward to create the One Dollar Standard silver piece while creating a pattern for the Longacre Indian Princess Motif design as well for the One Dollar piece.
Two pattern designs for the series were struck as 2 reverse die designs were deployed. Besides the STANDARD SILVER design, the obverse were paired and struck using the regular reverse dies of each denomination for the year 1870.
The Seated Obverse had 2 distinctive designs- the H10C and Dime Or 5 CENTS and 10 Cents had United States –Of America split on each side of Miss Liberty however the 25 Cent, 50 C and 1$ deployed 13 Stars around Miss liberty. This design combined with the STANDARD SILVER reverses were an illogical combination as they yield pieces without a country.
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Set Goals
I have assembled 2 type sets - one being 3CS through the 1$ pieces with the reverse dies of the the regular 1870 pieces, and one set of H10C through One Dollar "STANDARD SILVER" reverse dies.
Visit the Gallery to see several side by side comparison and both type sets assembled.
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| J-799 |
United States
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3CS 1870 J-799
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PCGS PF 65 Red Brown
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1870 3SC
Judd-799, Pollock-886
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65 RB CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with reeded Edge
Obverse: In this design by Chief Engraver William Barber, Liberty is seated left with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border and the date 1870 below. Liberty supports a shield with her right hand and holds an olive branch in her left. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a scroll inscribed LIBERTY crosses the shield.
Reverse: The same design that the Mint used to strike regular issue silver three-cent pieces.
Comment: Vivid hues of rose, blue, gold blend together over richly mirrored copper. The fields are ablaze with reflectivity that really makes the patination pop. Well struck and very nicely preserved, this coin has exceptional eye appeal - wonderfully original Gem.
There are fewer than a dozen examples of Judd-799 extant per the website uspatterns.com, the type originally distributed to contemporary collectors as part of pattern Proof sets.
Diameter: 0.609 inches. Die alignment: 170°
Provenance/Appearances:
From Legends Coin Auction Feb 2018 Premier sale /lot 157; Prior
- Stacks ANA Aug 2016 / Lot 2547;
- Superior's The Wes Rasmussen Collection Sale of Feb 1998 / lot 1952 ; and
- appears to match the Bowers and Merena, The Whitney P. Sunderland Collection sale Mar 1994 /Lot 1411;
- Superior June 1975 / Lot #795
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| J-812 |
United States
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H10C 1870 J-812
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1870 H10C Standard Silver Half Dime
Judd-812, Pollock-900
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 BN
Struck in copper with a plain edge
Obverse: The Barber Standard Silver design with Liberty seated with hand resting on a shield and Liberty pole behind.
Reverse: The reverse displays 5 CENTS surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD across the top.
Comment:
Speckled magenta, blue, and tan appear over the mirrored surfaces of this Choice proof. A sharp impression with trivial marks.
Provenance:
From Heritage April 2012 CSNS Signature Auction Schaumburg Lot 6271, Priors
- Heritage Jan 2012 FUN / Lot #6008 As PCGS64BN (Passed Reserved $4500))
- Heritage Jan 2011 FUN / Lot# 6606 As NGC66BN ( Passed)
- Heritage Jan 1999 Fun Lot # 7488 As NGC66BN (Passed)
- Priors Bowers and Merena 4/11/86 The Collection of Stuart C. Levine, M.D. Half Dine Sale / Lot 2321; w/ Reference to prior Stacks Bowers 3/20/85 The March Sale /Lot 570 ($2530)
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| J-814 |
United States
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H10C 1870 J-814
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1870 H10C Standard Silver Half Dime
Judd-814, Pollock-903
Rarity: R.8, PF64+Cameo; CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with plain edge
Obverse: The Barber Standard Silver design with Liberty seated with hand resting on a shield and Liberty pole behind.
Reverse: The reverse displays 5 CENTS surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD across the top.
Comment:
Only two pieces are known of this rarity. Each side is bright with deeply mirrored fields that set up the "black" background for the frosted devices, producing the cameo effect. Brilliant throughout and unoxidized.
The US Pattern.com site states that there may be only 2 or 3 known pieces including a piece referenced from the Brand collection (journal #14286 and/or 92500:1042). One of these pieces is ex Farouk, Caldwell (B/R 11/73 Rothert sale) specimen. This piece and the Farouk piece may be the only example auctioned in the last 50 years.
Provenance/ Appearances:
From Heritage Aug 2022 / Lot #5278, Prior Heritage Sept 2020 / Lot #3870
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| J-817 |
United States
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H10C 1870 J-817
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1870 H10C Half Dime,
Judd-817, Pollock-906,
Rarity: High R.6, PR64 Brown
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: The Barber Standard Silver design with Liberty seated with hand resting on a shield and Liberty pole behind.
Reverse: The reverse is the standard half dime die.
Comment:
The obverse design Liberty appears to have only one leg, and the Liberty pole springs up vertically with nothing holding it up , nonetheless displays considerable artistic merit.
About a dozen are known of these pieces, which were sold in complete sets. The surfaces are bright with variegated brown, reddish-brown, and lilac toning.
Provenance/Appearances:
Ex: Heritage Feb 2018 LB Expo - Long Beach / Lot #5624
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Half Dime type set
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| J-819 |
United States
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H10C 1870 j-819
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PCGS PF 65
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1870 P5C Half Dime,
Judd-819, Pollock-909,
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Cameo CAC Endorsed
Ex: Denali Collection.
Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge
Obverse: A seated Liberty faces left while supporting a shield with a scroll inscribed with LIBERTY on her right side and holding an olive branch in her left hand. A Phyrgian cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue.
Reverse: A regular 1870 half dime reverse die was used to strike the Judd-815 through Judd-820 patterns. HALF DIME is enclosed within a wreath of corn, wheat, oak, and maple, tied with a bow at the bottom.
Comment: The surfaces are bright and show no traces of oxidation. The devices are thickly frosted against the deeply reflective fields. An interesting lintmark (as coined) is located in the left obverse field. The high quality within the grade is confirmed by CAC. Population:
The acquisition of a Judd-819 pattern--currently considered a High R.7 variety with less than six examples known--in any condition is cause to celebrate. US Patterns states they believe only 3 – 4 may exists. Pollock identified a mere three specimens in his 1994 pattern treatise, inclusive of Lemus piece. The Dannreuther-Garrett compilation of auction records between 1990 and 2005 failed to record a single instance of a Judd-819 pattern--an astonishing testimonial to the absolute rarity of this issue.
My own records dating back to 1969 shows only 8 appearances. This piece showed up 4 times, and the Simpson, piece was the Reed Hawn Collection (Stack's, 3/1977), lot 767 , and the Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Heritage 2009 - that made up other 3 of the appearances. The Bowers & Ruddy Jul 1981 (William R. Sieck Collection) Lot 68 was also the Farouk Sept 1954 piece and makes up 1. The Christies Sept 1988 sale lot 584 might be this example
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Boulder City Collection. Heritage May 2022 The Boulder City Collection Showcase Auction / Lot #44227; Priors
- Chicago Signature (Heritage, 8/2011), lot 5262,
- Heritage Aug 2013 Rosemont / Lot #5960;
- Heritage Jan 2015 FUN Orlando / Lot #6734
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| J-825 |
United States
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10C 1870 J-825 SIMPSON
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NGC PF 63
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1870 10C Standard Silver
Judd-825, Pollock-915
Rarity: Low R.7, PR63
Ex: Bob Simpson
Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obverse: A left-facing seated Liberty holds a shield at her right side and an olive branch in her left hand. A scroll inscribed with LIBERTY flows across the shield, and a crudely fashioned cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue.
Reverse: The denomination 10 / CENTS is within an open wreath of cotton and corn, tied with a bow at the bottom. STANDARD--in small letters--is found at the edge above the wreath, and the rim is unusually wide.
Comment: About a dozen examples are believed known of this variant. Both sides show even golden toning and are slightly hazy, but there are no reportable contact marks.
Provenance:
From The Bob Simpson Collection.; Heritage Aug 2010 Boston ANA Coin Auction / Lot #5695 ($2185);
Prior
- Superior 1/6/2003 Elite Coin Auction Lot 513 (PCGS63),
- Superior Feb 2001 pre Long Beach lot 5127
- Superior Oct 2000 Pre Long Beach Lot 4423
- Heritage May 2000 Exclusively Internet Lot 1985
- Heritage Jan 1997 (FUN) Lot 7068 (PCGS63)
- Bowers & Merena Nov 1995 (Rogers Fred Collections) lot 2238
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| J-831 |
United States
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10C 1870 J-831
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PCGS PF 63
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1870 10C Standard Silver
Judd-831, Pollock-921
Rarity: High R.6, PR63
Struck in silver with a Plain Edge
Obverse:
A left-facing seated Liberty holds a shield at her right side and an olive branch in her left hand. A scroll inscribed with LIBERTY flows across the shield, and a crudely fashioned cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue.
Reverse:
The denomination “ONE DIME” as use for the regular dime of the year
Comment:
About a dozen examples are believed known of this variant. Both sides show even golden toning and are slightly hazy,
Provenance:
Heritage Dec 2005 Exclusively Internet Lot #14177,
Heritage May 2005 Exclusively Internet Lot #24317
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| J-833 |
United States
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10C 1870 J-833 LEMUS COLLECTION
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NGC PF 66 RB
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1870 10C
Judd-833, Pollock-923
Rarity: High R.6 ( about 12 pieces believe extant) PF66RB CAC Endorsed
Ex Lumis
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Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: A left-facing seated Liberty holds a shield at her right side and an olive branch in her left hand. A scroll inscribed with LIBERTY flows across the shield and a crudely fashioned cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue.
Reverse: The reverse is that of the regular dime issue for the year.
Comment:
Glimmering surfaces radiate lilac and magenta coloration on both sides of this Premium Gem proof. The strike is expectedly bold.
The USPatterns.com website opines that approximately 12 examples of Judd-833 exist in all grades. Pollock (1994) was able to document 11 specimens, and the combined total of certified examples at the major grading services confirms the consensus of a High R.6 rarity. Many of the those posted, however are repeat showings
35.1 grains, dia:.701 “ Die alignments ~ 170 Deg
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage: Feb 2020 Long Beach Expo / Lot #4139, Prior The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Two Heritage Jan 2009 Orlando, FL FUN / Lot #1730; from a Stack's private treaty transaction
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| J-836 |
United States
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10C 1870 J-836
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PCGS PF 66 Cameo
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1870 10C Ten Cents
Judd-836, Pollock-927
Rarity: High R.7, PR66+Cam CAC Endorsed
Ex Simpson
Struck in Aluminum with a plain edge.
Obverse: A left-facing seated Liberty holds a shield at her right side and an olive branch in her left hand. A scroll inscribed with LIBERTY flows across the shield and a crudely fashioned cap and pole are suspended in the background. UNITED STATES / OF AMERICA occupies the periphery with the date, 1870, in exergue.
Reverse: Uses the regular dime issue for the year.
Comment: Only three or four examples of this type are known. The present PR66+ Cameo offering is almost certainly the finest among them, with fully brilliant surfaces showing stark contrast. Thickly frosted devices are set against glassy, contact-free fields. The USPatterns.com website believes that approximately 3 known examples of Judd-836. Pollock (1994) was able to document 2 specimens. Since 1970 only 8 appearances in auction … the Lemus PCGS 65CAM (appeared 4 times plus the 1998 Heritage piece that appears to be the same as this piece) as later Simpson piece appeared 2 times, and one other piece in Herbert I. Melnick Nov 1982 R.K. Hoffman auction as a PF63
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections May 1, 2022;
- Ex Bob Simpson Heritage Aug 2021 / Lot #3126,
- Heritage Dec 2021 / Lot #3275.
- Heritage Jun 1998 (Long Beach) / Lot 6625 (PCGS65)
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| J-876 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-876
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1870 25C Standard Silver Quarter Dollar,
Judd-876, Pollock-973
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 Cam CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson / Bass
Struck in Silver with Reeded Edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: The reverse has 25 CENTS in the center, surrounded by a thick agricultural wreath with STANDARD in small letters at the top.
Comment:
This Choice Proof has excellent contrast between the fields and devices, with pale champagne toning. A highly attractive example. Blazing silver white mirrors beam boldly all over. The devices stand out in stark, sharp contrast to the surrounding fields. While some light lines are noted in the fields, the eye appeal is unmarred by unsightly mishandling or splotchy toning. A minor spot at 7:30 and 10:00 on the obverse rim, as well as on the 7 on the date serve as pedigree hallmarks.
Provenance/Appearances:
FROM THE GLORIOUS PATTERNS COLLECTION PART II, Legend’s Auction May 2022 Auction #52/ Lot # 305
Priors:
Ex. Lee Hewitt, April 17, 1972; Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection; Bowers & Merena's sale of the Bass Collection, Part I, May 1999 /Lot #1128; Purchased from Lee Hewitt, April 17, 1972;
The James Evans Collection, Heritage, Nov 2004 / Lot #7318; Bob Simpson Collection/ Legends Numismatics
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| J-878 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-878
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NGC PF 65 BN CAMEO
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1870 25C Standard Silver Quarter Dollar,
Judd-878, Pollock-975
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65 BN Cameo
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: The reverse has 25 CENTS in the center, surrounded by a thick agricultural wreath with STANDARD in small letters at the top.
Comment:
Judd-878 is part of the curious series of 1870 patterns with an unusual paring of an obverse and reverse that yields a coin without a country identification,. The "Brown Cameo" designation is not common but is accurate. The surfaces are teal and evenly balanced from side-to-side. When held beneath a light the devices definitely show mint frost against the deeply reflective mirrored fields A lovely piece to hold
Provenance:
Heritage Jan 2018 FUN Signature Auction – Tampa / Lot #5932;
Heifetz-Superior 10/89 lot 3231 as PCGS64BN
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| J-882 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-882
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PCGS PF 61
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1870 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-882, Pollock-980
Rarity: High R.7, PR61
Struck in silver with a reeded edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
A well struck stone-white specimen that has minor die rust on the reverse. The glassy mirror fields provide noticeable contrast with the radiant devices yielding a strong cameo effect..
Originally distributed from the Mint as part of silver pattern proof sets,
Provenance:
Heritage Feb 2010 Long Beach, CA / Lot #1348; Heritage April 2011 Rosemont CSNS / Lot #6239
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| J-865 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-885
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PCGS PF 65 Red Brown
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1870 25C William Barber Seated Liberty Quarter (Copper)
Judd-885, Pollock-983
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65RB
Struck in Copper with a Plain edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
There are fewer than a dozen pieces known in copper and with a plain edge. Significant portions of mint red remain on each side with slight mellowing in the fields
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Dec 2022 Signature® Auction / Lot #4076 ,Priors:
- Legends Sept 2022, Regency auction #54 / Lot #344
- Heritage Sept 2020 , Dallas / lot #3502,
- Heritage Apr 2020 , Dallas / lot #4824,
- Heritage Oct 2019 , Dallas / lot #4214,
- Heritage Nov 2001, Santa Clare / Lot # 6750
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| J-886 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-886
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-886, Pollock-985
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Cam CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with a reeded edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
This specimen in aluminum with a reeded edge presents brilliant reflective fields and quite a decent strike. Some very light harlines and two tiny reverse blemishes acquired during the manufacturing process are hardly worth mention.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Transaction 2022, Prior from
- Goldberg Sept 2020 Pre Long Beach lot #1391 (passed);
- Goldberg Jan 2019 Pre Long Beach (passed);
- Goldberg Aug 2014 Pre Long beach lot #1237 (Passed)
- Heritage Mar 2012 New York #1168 / Lot #3901 (Passed)
- Goldberg June 2005 Pre Long Beach / Lot #771,
- ANR Dec 2004 (Frog Run Farm Collection) / Lot #23;
- Superior Aug 2004 (Pittsburgh Elite) / Lot 884;
- Bowers & Merena Jan 1997 (Rarities Sale)/ Lot #454 (NGC 65);
- Stacks Jan 1996 Sale / Lot #649
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| J-929 |
United States
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50C 1870 J-929
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PCGS PF 65 Red Brown
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1870 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar
Judd-929, Pollock-1034
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65RB CAC Endorsed
Ex: Denali Collection.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: The obverse portrays a left facing seated figure of Liberty with shield and olive branch. A scroll is draped over the shield with the word LIBERTY inscribed in raised letters; a Liberty pole is positioned behind the shield. Thirteen stars surround the central devices, with the date in the exergue.
Reverse: Features the denomination 50 / CENTS encircled by an agricultural wreath, with the word STANDARD above.
Comment:
This is an elegant example of this scarce pattern, richly toned with gold and pumpkin-orange shadings in addition to mahogany and more colorful sapphire and violet hues. Carefully preserved and outstanding.
Provenance:
Ex: Heritage Oct 2011 - Pittsburgh / lot 4570, ($9,775);
Heritage April 2012 CSNS /Lot #6284 (Not Sold):
Stacks and Bowers Aug 2012 ANA (Rarities Night) / Lot 11606 (Not Sold):
Heritage July 2013 – Orlando / Lot #3490 ($8225);
Kagins’ March 2018 ANA National Money Show Auction / Lot1393 ($7500)
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| J-931 |
United States
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50C 1870 J-931
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 50C Standard Silver Half Dollar
Judd-931, Pollock-1037
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Cam
Ex: Simpson
Struck in Aluminum with a reeded edge.
Obverse: The obverse portrays a left facing seated figure of Liberty with shield and olive branch. A scroll is draped over the shield with the word LIBERTY inscribed in raised letters; a Liberty pole is positioned behind the shield. Thirteen stars surround the central devices, with the date in the exergue.
Reverse: Features the denomination 50 / CENTS encircled by an agricultural wreath, with the word STANDARD above.
Comment:
Fewer than half a dozen examples are believed known of this majestic pattern. Unlike many aluminum patterns, this piece only shows two minor planchet lamination's, both on the obverse, the result of the Mint's unfamiliarity with working with aluminum.
The fields are deeply mirrored, and as often seen, the devices present strong, frosted contrast.
Weight: 54.6 Grains, Dia 30.6 mm
Provenance/ Appearances:
Private Sale 3/22, Priors:
- Heritage Nov 2011 Beverly Hills / Lot #4101;
- Heritage Nov 2003 / Lot #11145,
- Bowers & Merena Nov 1997 (Pennsylvania Cabinet) / Lot # 1396 (PF64)
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| J-933 |
United States
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50C 1870 J-933
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NGC PF 66
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1870 50C
Judd-933, Pollock-1039
Rarity: Low R.7, PR66
Struck in Silver with Reeded Edge.
Obverse: A seated figure of Liberty faces left on the obverse with 13 stars surrounding. The date is below, a free-standing Liberty pole is behind, and LIBERTY is inscribed on a scroll crossing a small shield.
Reverse: A regular Spread Wing Eagle die of the Seated Half for the year.
Comments:
The surfaces are spectacular with rich lilac, lavender and blue toning right to the frosty centers. The strike is bold and without a hint of weakness. As to the surfaces, the grade speaks volumes as to the quality as the devices and fields are virtually pristine.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections Dec 2022, Priors
- Great Collections May 2019,
- Heritage May 2012 Long Beach / Lot #4693,
- Stacks & Bowers March 2011 Baltimore Lot 6048
- Heritage Aug 1998 (ANA Portland) / Lot #5125
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| J-936 |
United States
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50C 1870 J-936
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NGC PF 65 BN
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1870 50C
Judd-936, Pollock-1042
Rarity: High R.6, PR65 BN
Ex Lumis
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: A seated figure of Liberty faces left on the obverse with 13 stars surrounding. The date is below, a free-standing Liberty pole is behind, and LIBERTY is inscribed on a scroll crossing a small shield.
Reverse: A regular Spread Wing Eagle die of the Seated Half for the year.
Comments: The same design as Judd-935, but with a plain edge that was produced by a smooth, unreeded collar. Like Judd-935, about 15 or 16 examples of this copper pattern are known.
A remarkable display of medium green and gold iridescence appears over the fully and deeply mirrored fields on both sides of this Gem proof. A few tiny spots are evident but are of little consequence. The obverse and reverse design motifs are fully lustrous, creating an excellent cameo appearance.
The coin was reholder within NGC sometime after 2012
170.2 Grains, Dia 1.2 “ 180 Deg die alignment
Provenance.
Ex: Stack's ANA (8/1971), lot 466 ($125). From The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Two. Heritage Jan 2009 Orlando, FL FUN Auction / Lot #1762 ($5175) Milwaukee Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2010), Heritage May 2012 Long Beach / Lot #4694 ($4025), Private Sale Jan 2016
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| J-938 |
United States
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50C 1870 J-938
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 50C
Judd-938, Pollock-1045
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Cam CAC endorsed
Ex: Denali Collection.
Struck in aluminum with a plain edge.
Obverse: A seated figure of Liberty faces left on the obverse with 13 stars surrounding. The date is below, a free-standing Liberty pole is behind Liberty, and LIBERTY is inscribed on a scroll crossing a small shield.
Reverse: A regular Spread Wing Eagle die of the Seated Half for the year.
Comment: Doubtless sold as part of an exotic-metal set, this aluminum Gem Cameo proof has excellent remaining luster and distinct contrast. An impressive GEM! The planchet is problem free and the glassy mirrors are deep, crystal clear, clean, and have intense reflectivity (unlike many aluminum patterns which can come with serious problems). The details are very sharp and have a bold frost which combines for a sweet cameo contrast.
Only 3 or 4 believe known
Provenance/Appearances.
From Heritage Aug 2022 / Lot #5284; Priors
- David Lawrence Sept 2021 Internet Auction #1188;
- Legend RC Jul 2021 Auction #46 / Lot #8
- Rosemont Signature (Heritage, 8/2013), lot 5963;
- Central States Signature (Heritage, 4/2014), lot 6090.
- Legend RC Feb 2014 Auction VI /Lot # 376
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| J-998 |
United States
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S$1 1870 J-998
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1870 $1 Standard Silver Dollar,
Judd-998, Pollock-1129,
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 RB CAC Endorsed
Ex Denali
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse: Liberty seated facing left, her right hand resting on a shield and holding a ribbon, her left hand holding an olive branch, and a Liberty pole and cap in the background. 13 Stars surround her.
Reverse: The central motif on the reverse is the denomination 1 DOLLAR, surrounded by a broad wreath of cotton and corn, and STANDARD at the top..
Comment: About a dozen examples are believed known of this dollar pattern.
Both sides are more blue than red or brown, making an impressively toned dollar. The fields are deeply mirrored and enliven the patina even more. Fully struck
387.1 grains. Diameter: 1.489 inches. Die alignment: 180°.
Is interesting to note in March of 1994 Bowers writes
“…. The availability of J-998 has been grossly underestimated by the editors of the Judd pattern book. Although listed as Rarity-6, it is doubtful that as many as eight or nine could be traced. The piece offered here may be identical with one of the examples enumerated in the census below:
1) L. Merkin, March 1968, Lot 354, Proof; Stack’s, July 1986, Auction ‘86, Lot 474.
2) King Farouk; Bowers and Ruddy, December 1975, Kensington, Lot 1186.
3) King Farouk; Superior, June 1977, Crouch, Lot #513.
4) Rarcoa, 1973, F.U.N., Lot 630; Bowers and Ruddy; July 1981, Sieck, Lot 257.
5) J.C. Mitchelson; Connecticut State Library
….”
Provenance:/ Appearance:
Private sale 2/2019: Prior: Bowers & Merena Mar 1994 The Whitney P. Sunderland Collection / Lot 1459, Heritage Oct 2011 Pittsburgh / Lot #4577, Stacks March 2012 Baltimore Rarities Night Auction / Lot #4201
Ex Denali Collection (PCGS# 06645059 retired)
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| J-1005 |
United States
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S$1 1870 J-1005
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NGC PF 63 BN
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1870 $1
Judd-1005, Pollock-1137
Rarity: Low R.6 PR63BN
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: he obverse portrays a seated figure of Liberty with shield and olive branch. A scroll is draped over the shield with the word LIBERTY inscribed and a Liberty pole stands behind the shield. Thirteen stars surround the central devices, with the date in the exergue
Reverse: The reverse is the design used for regular-issue coinage in 1870 with the standing spread wing Eagle and IN GOD ER TRUST in Scroll above.
Comment:
Vibrant ice-blue toning covers deep glossy brown surfaces. Smooth and fully struck with muted underlying reflectivity yielding nice eye appeal.
Provenance/Appearance:
From The Collection of William Rau. Heritage April 2018 CSNS - Chicago / Lot #5071; Prior From Heritage May 2000 Central States Sale / Lot #7973
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United States
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S$1 1870 J-1007
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 $1
Judd-1007, Pollock-1140
Rarity: High R.7; PR65 CAM CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with a plain edge.
Obverse: The obverse portrays a seated figure of Liberty with shield and olive branch. A scroll is draped over the shield with the word LIBERTY inscribed and a Liberty pole stands behind the shield. Thirteen stars surround the central devices, with the date in the exergue
Reverse: The reverse is the design used for regular-issue coinage in 1870 with the standing spread wing Eagle and IN GOD ER TRUST in Scroll above.
Comment:
Each side is bright with the usual deeply reflective fields and thick mint frost over the devices. Exceptional quality.
The uspatterns.com website notes the following about Judd-1007: "This is William Barber's seated liberty design combined with the regular reverse die. Sets were available in silver, copper and aluminum with either reeded or plain edges. It is not known what price the Mint sold these for. This obverse was also combined with the 'Standard Silver' wreath reverse." The website notes just three or so examples are known in any grade.
Provenance/Appearance:
From The Pacific Rim Collection, (Heritage 11/2021) / Lot #3758; Priors
- The Star Mountain Collection, Central States (Heritage, 4/2018), lot #4493;
- Goldberg June 2014 Sale/ Lot #1638;
- Stacks 6/2012 Baltimore / Lot #4075 ($14,100),
- Heritage Jun 2011 /Lot #4435
- Heritage Oct 1990 Long Beach / Lot #1060 (PCGS PF64)
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