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| J-417 |
United States
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5C 1865 J-417
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PCGS PF 64 Red
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1865 5C Shield
Judd-417, Pollock-489
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 Red CAC Endorsed
Stuck in Copper with plain edge
Obverse: The adopted Shield design of 1866 but dated 1865
Reverse: Regular reverse die for the 1866 With Rays nickel.
Comment:
This is a wonderful transitional Pattern, that shows the adopted Shield design with the regular reverse die for the 1866 With Rays nickel. These extremely rare novodels were likely struck in the 1870s for sale to collectors.
Blazing RED mirrors beam brilliantly on both sides. The color is a bold and flaming brick hue with just a few micro-flecks noted for the sake of accuracy. The crisply rendered devices are sharp and the eye appeal is exceptional for the assigned grade.
This coin also was listed as NGC 64RD in September 2007 and earlier prior to it being crossover to PCGS and CAC in recent history
Provenance/Appearance:
From Great Collection 9/19/2021 Item # 1027414 Gerald FORSYTHEG Collection, Prior
- FROM THE SEATTLE COLLECTION Legends Auction #37 3/26/2020 /Lot121;
- Heritage Sept 2007 Long Beach, CA Signature Auction / Lot #3014 & also
- Superior Pre Long Beach Feb 2000 /Lot #814
- Superior Sept 1999 Pre-Long Beach Sale / Lot 1384 ($3100);
- Superior Sept 1998 / Lot #1854
The later 4 as an NGC PF64RD
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| J-420 |
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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| J-461 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-461
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NGC PF 61
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1866 5C
Judd-461, Pollock-535
Rarity: R.5, PR61
Struck in Nickel with Plain edge
Obverse:
A bust of George Washington facing right , legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds, and the date 1866 is below.
Reverse:
Features the denomination 5 CENTS within a laurel wreath with IN GOD WE TRUST being above.
Comment:
The die paringis one that was forwarded by Mint Director to Hugh McCulloch in May 1866 for consideration in the new nickel design.
This piece is a low proof grade but still has a nice satiny cream-gray specimen with pleasing surfaces despite some minor granularity on Washington's neck and the reverse.
Provenance:
The Thompson Collection of US Patterns Heritage Aug 2011 Chicago / Lot #5244.
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George Washington 5 Cent Patterns Variety
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| J-462 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-462
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1866 5C
Judd-462, Pollock-536
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 BN
Struck in Copper with Plain edge
Obverse:
A bust of George Washington facing right , legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds, and the date 1866 is below.
Reverse:
Features the denomination 5 CENTS within a laurel wreath with IN GOD WE TRUST being above.
Comment:
A nice mahogany-brown shades reveal sea-green, lilac-blue, and orange undertones when rotated beneath a light. Fully struck and close to pristine. There is one obverse spot left of the first S in STATES which proves to be a diganostic for tracking some linage especially with older Black and white photo plates
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale June 2019; Prior From Heritage Aug 2012 – Philadelphia / Lot #4351; The Dr. Walter Lee Crouch Collection , Superior June 1977 / Lot182 ($280);
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| J-469 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-469
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1866 5C Five Cents
Judd-469, Pollock-561
Rarity: High R.7, PR64 BN
Struck in bronze with a plain edge.
Obverse: The obverse depicts a bust of Washington facing right and has the legend “IN GOD WE TRUST” above and the date below.
Reverse: A tall 5 with a pointed top is centered in a laurel wreath, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at the margins.
Comment: About a half dozen examples are known in bronze or copper. Also struck in nickel with even fewer extant. The surfaces are muted brown with an incredible iridescence apparent when angled just so beneath a light.
USpatterns.com believe about half dozen exist
Provenance/Appearance:
Heritage June 2021 Signature Auction / Lot #3757; Prior From The Collection of William Rau, Heritage April 2018 CSNS Signature Auction - Chicago / Lot #4966; Superior Oct 2000 pre Long Beach /Lot 4416 (NGC 63BN)
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| J-470 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-470
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PCGS PF 64
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1866 5C Washington
Judd-470, Pollock-562
Rarity: R.6 PF64
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse; A bust of George Washington faces right on the obverse, the legend IN GOD WE TRUST above and the date below.
Reverse: A wreath of laurel on the reverse encloses a large (but short) broad numeral 5 with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around.
Comment: 76.8 Grains: .812 Inches: 180 Deg Die alignment
Heritage noted that collecting Washingtonia was extremely popular in the 1850s and 1860s. Mint Director James Ross Snowden was particularly anxious to obtain needed specimens for the Mint Cabinet. The large number of Washington five cent patterns created in 1866 may have originated with this trend in mind. USPatterns.com estimates a population of fewer than 12 survivors.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale ATG Feb 2014; From From Bowers and Merena 11/14/96, Rogers M. Fred, Jr collection as PR63 /Lot 2217 ($770) . prior Stack's, June 1987, /Lot 841
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| J-472 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-472
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NGC PF 62 RB
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1866 5C
Judd-472, Pollock-563,
Rarity: Low R.7, PF62RB CAC Endorsed
Struck in bronze with a plain edge
Obverse: A bust of George Washington faces right. The legend IN GOD WE TRUST above and the date below.
Reverse: A wreath of laurel on the reverse encloses a large broad numeral 5 with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around.
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Comment:
Bronze/copper strikes as this piece are rare. The surfaces are gray-brown with a number of carbon spots visible beneath the toning related to the grade
Provenance/Appearances:
Heritage July 2019 Summer FUN- Orlando / Lot #4023
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| J-473 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-473
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PCGS PF 66
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1866 5C
Judd-473, Pollock-564
Rarity: High R.6, PR66 Cameo
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: The obverse depicts a bust of Washington facing right and has the legend “IN GOD WE TRUST” above and the date below.
Reverse: On this piece the obverse is muled with a regular issue shield nickel with rays reverse.
Comment: Just the slightest hint of golden-lilac toning is seen over each side. As one would expect from a Cameo, the fields are deeply reflective and there is a significant presence of mint frost over the device.
George Washington appeared on numerous privately minted Early American tokens, but did not appear on U.S. Mint coins prior to the 1863 2 C pattern and these1866 five cent patterns.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Private purchase; Heritage 2014 ANA Atlanta /Lot 4368
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| J-481 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-481
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NGC PF 65
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1866 5C Five Cents (GOD AND OUR COUNTRY)
Judd-481, Pollock-571
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65 CAC Endorsed
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: A Washington head faces right on the obverse, atop it GOD AND OUR COUNTRY. The date 1866 below the bust is tiny, but the final 6 is much larger than the first 6 and apparently recut.
Reverse: The reverse displays a tall 5 in a laurel wreath, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA encircling it.
Comments:
This pinkish-gray Gem proof shows vibrant luster and good eye appeal, with a tiny dark fleck at the lower reverse the only distraction.
An extremely rare pattern, with the Washington head design appealing to many. The reason for the GOD AND OUR COUNTRY legend is unclear unless these were numismatic delicacies, as IN GOD WE TRUST had already been selected and placed on the two cent piece beginning in 1864
Provenance/Appearances:
- Heritage Jan 2012 FUN Signature Auction- Orlando / Lot #5997;
- Goldberg Auctions, June 2011 Pre-Long Beach Auction #63 / Lot #1273;
- Stacks and Bowers Mar 2010 Baltimore / Lot #1301;
- Goldberg Auctioneers Jan 99 (Orlando Sale) / LOT #281,
- Stacks July 2009 Sale / Lot 827;
- Superior Oct 1989 (Jascha Heifetz Collection Sale) / Lot # 3160 (PCGS PF64)
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| J-487 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-487
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1866 5C
Judd-487, Pollock-576
Rarity: High R.7, PR63 BN CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson
Struck in copper with a plain edge
Obverse: The obverse centers around the portrait of Lincoln in profile, facing right. The legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA circles the bust above, with the date below.
Reverse: Shows the denominational figure 5 above the word CENTS, encircled by a large wreath, with IN GOD WE TRUST above.
Comment: This pattern was a sentimental favorite with collectors when it was created. Lincoln was martyred the year before, and memories of him were still fresh in the public mind. The issue is the only pattern design featuring an image of Lincoln produced in the 19th century.
Heritage wrote a note in the Newman Auction catalog ..."A variety of medals and tokens with Lincolns s likeness were being produced after his assassination, and to feature his image on a coin seemed appropriate. James B. Longacre was asked to provide designs for the new five cent coinage that had been proposed. His 1866 five cent design with the profile of recently assassinated President Lincoln was not adopted. Breen stated that Mint Director Pollock concern about a negative reception from the southern states was the reason. However, Pollock also rejected Longacres Washington head designs, leaving us with the shield nickel as our first five cent coin."
The brown surfaces retain remarkable reflectivity in the fields. Each side is deep blue-gray with hints of cherry-red surrounding some of the outer devices. A few small contact marks explain the grade
Provenance/Appearances:
Ex: Bob Simpson, From Heritage Sept 2020 Important Selections from The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I /lot 10213; Prior Heritage Oct 2001 Long Beach Signature Sale / Lot 8798 (NGC PF63 $3800); ; Heritage Mar 2001 Internet Auction / Lot #4638 (Passed)
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| J-489 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-489 Highland Collection
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NGC PF 65
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1866 Pattern Shield Nickel.
Judd-489, Pollock-577
Rarity- Low R.6 PF65 CAC Endorsed
Struck in Nickel with Plain Edge
Obverse: : Shield design similar to the regular shiled of year, but ball divides date.
Reverse: On the reverse, the numeral 5 (A Dutch 5) is surrounded by a laurel wreath.
Comment: a boldly lustrous piece with reflective fields, frosty motifs, and pale champagne-gold highlights throughout. Perhaps between 20 and 30 examples exist of which the majority are regarded as Gems. Pollock was aware of two different formats when he wrote his pattern reference in 1994: thin planchet pieces weigh about 54 grains, while thick planchet examples are in the range of 74 to 79 grains; unfortunately, certification services seldom bother to record weights of patterns on their inserts.
Provenance/appearances:
From the Highland Collection. Stacks Feb 2015 Americana Auction / Lot #2714;
Appears also to be from Mid-American Rare Coin Jan 1991 FUN /Lot #1693 (as PCGS64)
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| J-490 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-490
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1866 5C
Judd-490, Pollock-578
Rarity: Low R.7, PF63BN CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: Shield design obverse, similar to that adopted, but with a smaller motto and date divided at the base of the shield.
Reverse: Knobbed or "Dutch" 5 inside a laurel wreath on the reverse with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the perimeter.
Comment:
Nice evenly color glossy brown surfaces.
These distinctive and rare Shield nickel patterns with the "Dutch" 5 reverse were struck in nickel and copper, with about a dozen of each type known,
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collection's Jan 2022, Ex Gerald Forsythe Collection, Prior:
Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctions Feb 1981 (Benson Collection Part I) / Lot # 3899 ($1380) (SEG 63BN)
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| J-495 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-495
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1866 5C Shield
Judd-495, Pollock-582
Rarity: High R.7, PF64BN
Ex:Lemus / King Farouk
Struck in Copper with Plain Edge
Obverse: The obverse design features the familiar heraldic shield with arrows, cross, and laurel branches. The shield is low in the field and divides the date 18-66. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST is engraved in small letters above the shield.
Reverse: The reverse shows a short numeral 5, centered in a thick laurel wreath, with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around. Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Comment: This coin boasts an illustrious pedigree, appearing in some of the most important collections of the 20th century. It is a well struck specimen with crisp detail in all devices. The reflective fields are accented by attractive shades of crimson and electric blue toning. The surfaces have relatively few handling marks for the grade, and eye appeal is excellent. Faint marks near the base and tip of the large 5 will identify future auction appearances.
Provenance/Appearances:
From a Prvate sale : priors
- Ex: J. Brenner; F.C.C. Boyd; **
- King Farouk; Palace Collections of Egypt (Sotheby's, 2/1954), lot 1800; **
- Hirt (Pine Tree, 11/1975), lot 249;
- Auction '84 (Superior, 7/1984), lot 492;
- The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Two (Heritage, 1/2009), lot 1660, ($6,325).
- Bowers & Merena June 2010 / Lot #3392,
- Heritage Oct 2009 / lot #1260
- Heritage Nov 2012 Houston / Lot #4670
**Saul Teichman of USpatterns.com noted that pedigree's before the Pine Tree auction noted in Auction 84 Listing can not be confirm. i.e. J. Brenner; F.C.C. Boyd;; Farouk;
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| J-504 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-504
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NGC PF 66 CAMEO
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1866 5C Shield Nickel
Judd-504, Pollock-589.
Rarity: Low R.7 PR66 Cameo
Struck in Nickel with Plain Edge.
Obverse: Regular issue die of the type.
Reverse: The legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around a laurel wreath, with a short (squat) numeral 5 for the denomination within.
Comment:
This intensely brilliant Gem Proof with great contrast and little color. A touch of granularity through the centers, the result of clogged dies.
Provenance/Appearance:
Private sale Jan 2017; Prior
- Heritage Jan 2012 FUN Orlando / Lot #5998';
- Heritage Oct 2006 Dallas Signature / Lot #2381 (Passed) (PCGS 65 CAM),
- Bowers and Ruddy Rare Coin review #16 (1972) & #19 (1974),
- possible Ex Judd,
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| J-507 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-507
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PCGS PF 64
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1866 Shield Nickel (No Rays) Transitional
Judd-507, Pollock-591
Rarity: R.5, PR64 , CAC Endorsed.
Struck in Nickel with a plain edge
Obverse: The shield design used to coin regular issue 1866 nickels.
Reverse: The reverse is the regular issue type without rays that was adopted in 1867.
Comment:
This design is considered a prototype of the 1867 No Rays proof nickel, similar aside from the star layout but dated 1866. Struck in nickel with a plain edge. This straw-gold and cream-gray Choice proof is fully struck and well preserved, although the fields are moderately subdued. Was Housed in a green label holder with a CAC endorsement but since was reslab
Provenance/ Appearances.
Private sale Jan 2014; Prior Heritage Sept 2010 Long Beach, CA Auction / Lot #5013
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| J-509 |
United States
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5C 1866 J-509
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PCGS PF 66 RB
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1866 5C Shield Five Cents,
Judd-509, Pollock-592
Rarity: High R.6, PR66 RB CAC Endorsed
Struck in bronze with a plain edge
Obverse: The obverse is the shield design used to coin regular issue 1866 nickels,
Reverse: The regular issue type without rays that was adopted in 1867. .
Comment:
A majestic magenta tone graces both sides of this SUPERB GEM! The mirrors are sleek, blazing, and brilliant, beaming with a deep reflection. The definition is razor sharp and the eye appeal is amazing bright with an iridescence over both sides. This piece can be identified by a small mark to the left of the date
Provenance/ Appearances:
From Legend’s Auction #52 May 2022 /Lot # 298; prior The Western Hills Collection, Heritage Jun 2005 /Lot #7396; Heritage Aug 1996 ( ANA - Harper Family Pattern) /Lot 5010
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| J-561 |
United States
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5C 1867 J-561
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PCGS PF 64
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1867 5c
Judd-561, Pollock-622
Rarity: R.5 PF64 CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with Plain Edge
Obverse: A Liberty head on the obverse faces left. She wears a headdress with four feather, four stars, and a ribbon inscribed UNION & LIBERTY. Below the bust is LONGACRE F.
Reverse: The reverse is striking with a large ornate shield with a superimposed large V in the center.
Comment:
Most brilliant though a glimpse of gunmetal-gray is near AMERICA. Well struck and undisturbed with faint vertical die polish lines on both sides.
Harry W Bass web site indicates that early notes, even including comments from Longacre, suggest that only 25 pieces were struck. However, a note made in a copy of the sale catalogue offering the collection of J. Colvin Randall stated ~100 were minted.
Provenance/Appearance:
Private transaction Feb 2014: priors:
- Heritage Jan 2013 FUN / Lot #6694;
- Stacks and Bowers Aug 2012 ANA /Lot #12089
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| J-563 |
United States
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5C 1867 J-563
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1867 5c
Judd-563, Pollock-624
Rarity: High R.7 PF63BN
Ex: Bob Simpson
Struck in Copper with Plain Edge
Obverse: A Liberty head on the obverse faces left. She wears a headdress with four feather, four stars, and a ribbon inscribed UNION & LIBERTY. Below the bust is LONGACRE F.
Reverse: The reverse is striking with a large ornate shield with a superimposed large V in the center.
Comment: This is the interesting Feathered Headdress obverse design that James B. Longacre developed (Judd-561 through 564 in aluminum and copper with plain and reeded edges).. Perhaps a half-dozen are known today, although the aluminum version of these dies was struck to the extent of 100 pieces, per USPatterns.com.
This copper version appears extremely rare and is seldom seen. It appears that since 1954 this design has appeared only 9 times and prior to 1954 the prior appearance in the 20th century was in 1905 ... only 10 appearances in 120 years
2 Pieces are impounded in 2 museums ( Connecticut State Library and the Smithsonian)
Provenance/Appearance:
Private Transaction Oct 2022: Prior Ex: Bob Simpson, Heritage Nov 2020 / Lot #3151
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| J-566 |
United States
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5C 1867 J-566
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NGC PF 66
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1867 5C
Judd-566, Pollock-627
Rarity: Low R.6, PR66
Struck in nickel with a plain edge
Obverse: Features a bust of Liberty facing left, wearing a coronet but lacking a star, surrounded by the legend and date.
Reverse: The denomination ,”5”, is within a laurel wreath that is close to the edges on the reverse, with a small (tiny) IN GOD WE TRUST above. CENTS is in a straight line.
Comment:
Moderately reflective fields complement well-struck design elements on this early nickel pattern, with faintly iridescent silver-gray color over both sides and overall excellent preservation
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Feb 2015 PNG Dallas / Lot #4424; Prior Heritage June 2014 Long Beach / Lot #5539; Heritage Oct 2014 PNG New York Invitational / Lot #4179
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| J-570 |
United States
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5C 1867 J-570
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PCGS PF 63 Cameo
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1867 5C
Judd-570, Pollock-640
Rarity: High R.7, PF63 CAM
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: The obverse closely resembles that of the contemporary three cent nickel.
Reverse: The denomination 5 with CENTS curved underneath both are within a laurel wreath that is close to the reverse edges. A tiny IN GOD WE TRUST is above.
Comment:
Two Pollock variants exist of Judd-570. Pollock-638 has the 7 in the date distant from the curl; the 7 is close to the curl on this coin, representing the extremely rare Pollock-640. A well struck and nicely preserved piece with good contrast and light silver-gray color. A curly Mint-made lintmark below the leaf tip near the first T in TRUST serves as a pedigree marker.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Mar 2011 ANA / Lot #4383; Priors
-Heritage Jul 2004 Internet Auction / Lot #14309
-Heritage Jan 2004 FUN / lot #8433
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| J-573a |
United States
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5C 1867 J-573a
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1867 5C Shield Five Cents
Judd-573a, Pollock-647
Rarity: High R.7, PR64 BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a plain edge
Obverse: Features the shield design used to coin regular issue 1867 nickels.
Reverse: 5 CENTS is within a laurel wreath, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST above in tiny letters. The letters of CENTS are in a straight line.
Comment:
This is a rare pattern variety with a total known population of only three or four pieces. This example displays mint-green and crimson toning over rich brown surfaces with a few spots that are inconsequential, yet serve to identify the provenance.
in 1974 Bowers RARE COIN REVIW noted a example they were selling and noted a description by Don Taxay on page 293 of Scott's Comprehensive Catalogue and Encyclopedia of U.S. Coins as follows:
Five Cents. 1867. Obverse: the regular shield type; reverse: pattern side, 5 CENTS in wreath, CENTS straight, IN GOD WE TRUST above. Copper. R-8.” --- Don Taxay traces just one known specimen of this variety and notes that it is the “Newcomer [specimen], possibly the same as the J.S. Jenks, Bangs sale of April 1877, and Woodside pieces. Bronze. Priced in 1974 as $4995 00
Per USPatterns.com ... At least 3 are known and all are illustrated.
1) ex ANR 1/06, Heritage 1/12 FUN, Goldberg 1/19, Goldberg 6/21 - PCGS64BN.
2) ex Bowers and Ruddy Rare Coin Review #21, #22, #26, Bowers and Merena 3/87, Auction 88, Wilcox - NGC63BN and has a large spot on the obverse between the 2nd and 3rd set of vertical shield lines.
3) ex Heritage 1/06 FUN, Simpson-Heritage 2/21 - PCGS64BN ( this piece in my collection)
4) A possible 4th if it is not the same as #1 is ex Farouk, Auction 89, Wilcox, 98 ANA, Stacks 10/03
USPattern.com made the observation that “… This was missing in the earlier reference works with the exception of the Taxay book which is surprising as there were several listings for this pattern in the late 1800s and early 1900s. These listings include the following A.S. Jenks (Cogan 4/1877), Linderman (Scott Stamp and Coin 1888), Woodside (New York Coin & Stamp 1892) and Elder's Gschwend sale in 1908. It is this last listing which I believe led to the AW643 listing which is actually this coin….”
Provenance:/Appearances:
Ex: Bob Simpson Heritage Feb 2021 Signature Auction / Lot #3196; Prior
FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 4560.,
Stacks July 2008, Lot #4198
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| J-573 |
United States
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5C 1867 J-573
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PCGS PF 62 Brown
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1867 5C Shield Reverse of 1866
Judd-573 Pollock P-649,
Rarity Low R.7, PF62
Struck in Copper with a plain edge
Obverse: Similar to the regular issue 1867 No Rays nickel
Reverse: Reverse of the 1866 Shield with stars but no rays
Comment:
Judd-573 has two variants, which slightly differ in the arrangement of the stars on the reverse. P-649 shows the star above CENTS pointing between the E and N and between the T and S; while on Pollock P-650 the stars above CENTS point to the E and T in CENTS. This is the Reverse of 1866 and the scarcer of the two variants.
Rich sea-green and rose-brown toning over each side
Provenance/Appearance:
From David Lawrence Auction #1114 / Lot # 2039078
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| J-623 |
United States
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5C 1868 J-623
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1868 5C Five Cents
Judd-623, Pollock-692
Rarity: R.5, PR64 Cam
Struck in Nickel with Plain Edge
Obverse: The obverse is a larger variant of the three cent nickel design
Reverse: The denomination has a large 5 above small CENTS slightly curved in a laurel wreath with a tiny IN GOD WE TRUST above. Struck on a narrow planchet.
Comment:
Light golden iridescent toning is dusted over the boldly reflective fields and frosted devices. The reverse shows some natural, as made, planchet flakes that identify this piece, but have little impact on the grade or eye appeal.
Perhaps 40 to 50 of these are known per the USPatterns.com website.
Provenance/appearances:
Legends Regency Auction 51 Apr 2022 Lot 315
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| J-624 |
United States
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5C 1868 J-624
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PCGS PF 66 Cameo
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1868 5C
Judd-624, Pollock-693
Rarity: Low R.6, PR66 Cameo CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: The obverse is a larger variant of the three cent nickel design
Reverse: The denomination 5 CENTS is in the center surrounded by a laurel wreath. The CENTS is slightly curved.
Comment:
Struck on a broad, slightly oversized five cent planchet with a wide border around each side. This obverse / reverse combination was struck in nickel, copper, and aluminum. The nickel pieces are the most frequently encountered, and it is estimated that 2-3 dozen examples may exist of this wide-border variant. This is the finest example certified of this unusual wide-border pattern. The surfaces are bright and almost free from toning. Nicely mirrored fields provide good background for the thickly frosted devices. Slightly toned around the margins.
Provenance/Appearances:
From the Bob Simpson Collection, Heritage April 2021 Central States Signature Auction / Lot #4213; Prior Heritage Jan 1999 FUN99 The North Georgia Collection /Lot #7461 (PF65); American Numismatic Rarities Sept 2003 The Classics Sale / Lot #7 PF65
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| J-628 |
United States
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5C 1868 J-628
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PCGS PF 62 Brown
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1868 5C
Judd-628, Pollock-697
Rarity: High R.7, PR62 BN
Ex Charles Ruby
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: A bust of Liberty faces left with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border and the date 1868 below. Liberty's portrait is similar to that used on the regular issue three cent nickel of 1865-1889.
Reverse: The denomination “5 CENTS” is in the center of a laurel wreath. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST is at the top.
Comment:
Fewer than a half-dozen examples are believed known today. This interesting pattern features broad borders on both sides. A seemingly original example, both sides are toned in medium brown patina with brighter, multicolored undertones. An abrasion in the right reverse field is noted as a pedigree marker.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Sale 6/19; Prior From The Collection of William Rau Heritage April 2018 CSNS - Chicago / Lot #4986; Heritage Aug 2001 ANA Signature Auction / Lot 8352. Ex: Dr. Charles L. Ruby Collection Superior Feb 1974 / lot 1958;
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| J-630 |
United States
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5C 1868 J-630
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NGC PF 65
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Judd-630, Pollock-700
Rarity: High R.7, (4-6 believed to be extant) , PF65
Ex: Eric P. Newman Collection.
Plate Coin For NGC Coin Explorer for J630
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse:
The obverse displays a Liberty head facing left, similar to the design on the regular-issue three cent piece, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the date 1868 below. The design is similar to other patterns of the same date, but this variant has no star on Liberty's coronet.
Reverse: A large V on an ornate shield, with IN GOD WE TRUST above.
Comment:
Heritage's catalog sites the following interesting commentary.
... Curiously, Robert Coulton Davis mis-described this issue in his seminal work on patterns, saying this design did have a star on the coronet. An early auction appearance was lot 231 of the Woodside Collection (New York Coin & Stamp, 4/1892):
"1868 Five Cents: same obvs. without stars. R V on garnished shield, motto above: and smaller V in olive wreath, star and scroll above: nickel and copper: proofs: rare; 2 pcs."
.jpg) Fair to estimate that less that a half dozen may be known and Interestingly the Newman's coin envelope indicates only two examples were known at the time of acquisition as well.
This piece Well-detailed design elements of this charming Gem show just a touch of softness on Liberty's curls. The brightly reflective surfaces display a few hints of champagne-gold toning, with a couple of minor contact marks in the obverse field. Visual appeal is quite strong.
Provenance/Appearance:
Ex Eric P Newman Collection; From Heritage Aug 2017 ANA Signature Auction - Denver/ Lot #5406 Prior the Eric Newman Collection Heritage April 2013 CSNS Signature Auction - Chicago / Lot #3962
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| J-632 |
United States
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Copper 5C 1868 J-632
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1868 5C
Judd-632. Pollock-702,
Rarity: High R.7, (3-7 Pieces) PF64BN
Struck in copper with Plain edge
Obverse: The obverse bears a strong resemblance to the three cent nickel, except in larger format.
Reverse: Features a large Roman V within a wreath, similar to the later Liberty nickel, but the wreath is larger and there are no peripheral legends. A six-pointed star and scrollwork tops the wreath.
Comments:
This rare pattern was an attempt to unify the designs of the two nickel alloy denominations. Blended sea-green and chestnut colors grace this fully struck near-Gem. An occasional minute spot does not distract
Provenance/Appearance:
Ex: FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 4563; Heritage April 2017 CSNS /Lot #5097
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| J-633 |
United States
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Nickel 5C 1868 J-633
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PCGS PF 64
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1868 5C
Judd-633, Pollock-704
Rarity R.4, PR64 CAC Endorsed
Struck in nickel with a plain edge
Obverse: The obverse design is that of the three cent nickel, as adopted, but on a larger planchet, with minor design modifications appropriate to the larger diameter.
Reverse: Features a Roman numeral V in the center, with a laurel wreath encircling, scroll with IN GOD WE TRUST and Maltese cross above..
Comment: . An attractive piece with a nice strike, quite well detailed, from a die pair that was not fully polished (this being characteristic of all examples ofJ-633).
There is a set 1c , 3 C and 5C with similar liberty heads with cornet and all have roman numerals reverse within a laurel wreath.
Provenance / Appearance:
03-Jan-2006 American Numismatic Rarities The Robert Michael Prescott Collection / Lot 872 ($1,500), Direct sale with US COIN 2012
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| J-634 |
United States
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5C 1868 J-634
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PCGS PF 67 Brown
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1868 5C Five Cents,
Judd-634, Pollock-706,
High R.7, PR67 BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a plain edge
Obverse:
The overall design is similar to the circulating three cent nickel, in larger format and with a V in the central reverse to indicate a five cent piece. Unlike the three cent nickel, Liberty has a small star on her coronet. The date 1868 is in exergue. Different the nickel version (J-633) the date is high, with the 1 centered between the milling and the truncation of Miss Liberty.
Reverse:
The reverse has a wreath with small Maltese cross atop, surrounded by a scroll bearing IN GOD WE TRUST.
Comment: A superb Gem proof. fully detailed and highly attractive example. Might deserve a cameo designation.
Rich magenta, lime green, gold, and light brown toning might be masking the contrast enough to prevent a cameo designation.
Provenance/Appearance:
Important Selections from The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part XI , Heritage Jan 2024 FUN / Lot #5263 Priors:
- Herbert Melnick (Goodman Collection), Jul 1982 lot 211;
- Steve Ivy Aug 1980 (The ANA) lot 777;
- Bowers & Ruddy Sept 1975 ( Winthrop Collection), Lot 39
Ex Dr. J. Hewitt Judd Collection
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| J-683 |
United States
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5C 1869 J-683
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PCGS PF 65
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1869 5c
Judd-683, Pollock-762
Rarity: Low R.7
Ex: HW Bass Collection.
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: Resembles the adopted three cent nickel design on a larger planchet. Liberty faces left and is wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY. The legend, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, is around with the date, 1871, below...
Reverse: The reverse displays a large V over a wide ornamented frame, IN GOD WE TRUST is above in tiny letters. An ornate shield is overlaid by a large Roman numeral V with the motto, IN GOD WE TRUST, above.
Comment:
Brilliant throughout and impressively mirrored for a nickel striking. The centers show softness of detail, either from die opposition or the hardness of the nickel composition, or both. Fewer than a dozen examples are believed known of this pattern.
Weight: 77.0 grains. Diameter: 21.8 mm. Die alignment: 180°.
Provenance:
Ex: Purchased by Harry Bass, Jr. from Abe Kosoff on August 3, 1971; Bass I (Bowers and Merena, 5/99), lot 1048: Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 6/2005), lot 7417,Heritage 2017 April CSNS - Chicago / Lot #5099
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| J-684 |
United States
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5C 1869 J-684
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PCGS PF 64
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1869 5C Five Cents,
Judd-684, Pollock-763
Rarity: R.5, PR64+ CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: Reminiscent of the contemporary three cent nickel, but Liberty's coronet has a star,
Reverse: The Roman numeral V in withing a wreath and a Maltese cross and a scroll bearing the motto closes the reverse wreath.
Comment:
Wisps of almond-gold patina appear over satiny nickel-gray surfaces
USPatterns.com notes that 100 pieces were supposedly struck. The reverse die was first used to coin 1868-dated patterns
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I, Heritage Sept 2020 / Lot #10235
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| J-807 |
United States
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5C 1870 J-807
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PCGS PF 66
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Judd-807, Pollock-895,
Rarity: Low R.7, PR66 PCGS. CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson.
Struck on a thin planchet a plain edge copper-nickel alloy.
Obverse/Reverse: Struck on regular dies of year but on a thin Planchet.
Comments:
Researcher Saul Teichman states that the planchets for the variety may have been cut from three cent nickel stock. The underweight planchets were likely as intended, since the variety was struck in proof format and the die spacing appears to have been adjusted properly, given the sharp strike of the present piece. Unlike the J-806 and J-807 were the reverse die used to strike those 2 die trials, is the same overpolished die, used to strike the 1865 dated J-418. The polishing wore away some of the lettering. The 2 'S' in 'States', the 'S' in 'Cents', the 'D' in 'United', the 'F' in 'of', the 'A' in 'States' and the second 'A' in 'America' have portions of the lettering polished away.
Undisturbed save for a few distributed flecks.
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Atherton Collection of U.S. Pattern Coins. Heritage May 2023 CSNS Signature® Auction / Lot #4956 prior
Ex: Important Selections from the Bob. R. Simpson Collection, Part II / Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2020), lot 3177.
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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:
Heritage April 2012 CSNS Signature Auction Schaumburg Lot 6271
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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-1050 |
United States
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5C 1871 J-1050
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PCGS PF 64
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1871 5C
Judd-1050, Pollock-1184
Rarity: Low R.6, PF64 CAC Endorsement
Struck in nickel with plain edge
Obverse: The obverse bears a portrait of Liberty similar to that used on the nickel three cent piece.
Reverse: The reverse depicts a reversed Roman numeral V (which is backwards) above the word CENTS (which is curved) within the wreath.
Comment:
The fields on this example are brightly mirrored and there is slight contrast evident against the lightly frosted devices. Almost brilliant, showing just a hint of golden color on each side. There are few contact marks or other post-striking impairments on this lovely near-Gem
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Jun 2013 J Long Beach / Lot #5523; Priors
Heritage Oct 2012 ANA / Lot #5449;
Heritage July 2012 Orlando / Lot #4640
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| J-1051 |
United States
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5C 1871 J-1051
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PCGS PF 67 Brown
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1871 5C (in Copper)
Judd-1051, Pollock-1185
Rarity: Low R.6, PF67BN
Ex; Simpson
Struck in copper with plain edge
Obverse: The obverse bears a portrait of Liberty similar to that used on the nickel three cent piece.
Reverse: The reverse depicts a reversed Roman numeral V (which is backwards) above the word CENTS (which is curved) within the wreath.
Comment:
This glossy brown Superb Gem reveals gorgeous ocean-blue patina on each side. The surfaces are carbon and contact-free.
The reverse features a bushy wreath with V above CENTS. and the Roman numeral V is shaded on the right. The Judd reference describes the reversed shading on the V as "presenting a curious appearance."
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Sale: Priors
- From The Atherton Collection of U.S. Pattern Coins. Heritage May 2023 / Lot #4972,
- Great Collections Sep 2022
- Ex: Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I (Heritage, 9/2020), / Lot #10269;
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| J-1054 |
United States
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5C 1871 J-1054
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PCGS PF 65 Brown
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1871 5C
Judd-1054, Pollock-1189
Rarity: High R.6, PF 65BN CAC.Endorsement
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Longacre's three cent nickel Liberty motif is adapted here for the five cent piece, although the arrangement of the denomination and wreath is more reminiscent of the two cent piece.
Comments:
Examples of this design were struck in both copper and nickel. Toned predominantly forest-green but lilac-red lingers in design crevices. Well struck and devoid of contact. Previously encapsulated in an old green label holder CAC sticker and since reholder but without the CAC attached.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage April 2014 CSNS - Chicago / Lot #6104
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| J-1060 |
United States
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H10C 1871 J-1060
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PCGS PF 66 Red Brown
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1871 H10C Copper
Judd-1060, Pollock-1195
Rarity: Low R.7, PR66 BN
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Longacre's popular Seated Indian Princess motif seated on a globe inscribed with LIBERTY with conjoined flags behind and Liberty's hand resting on a globe and a cap on her extended pole. There are no STARS on this design. It is noted that Liberty is wearing a similar headdress as seen on three dollar gold pieces on these designs
Reverse: The reverse has 5 CENTS in the center and is surrounded by a wreath of cotton and corn, the word STANDARD at the top of that side.
Comment:
Per Pollock (1994): 17.6 grains, 0.609 inches, 180 degree die alignment. Marvelous Premium Gem. Well-struck, mark-free surfaces, further emphasized by the starless obverse field creates a light Cameo field-device contrast on the obverse.
Provenance/Appearance:
Private sale Feb 2018. Could not find any auctions listing this piece
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| J-1065 |
United States
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H10C 1871 J-1065
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NGC PF 64
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1871 Half Dime
Judd-1065, Pollock-1200
Rarity: low Rarity-7, PR64 CAC Endorsed
Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty is seated left on the obverse with thirteen stars around the periphery and the date below. She is wearing an Indian headdress and supporting a Liberty pole with her right hand. Liberty's left hand rests on a globe over which a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped. A pair of flags is behind the seated figure.
Reverse: A wreath of cotton and corn encloses the denomination 5 CENTS, the word STANDARD is above.
Comment:
The otherwise green-gray toning is accented with multicolored iridescent hues as the coin turns under a light. All features are smartly impressed with surfaces that are free of outwardly noticeable handling marks. A high, sharp wire edge is visible on each side.
Provenance/Appearance:
Private sale 3/2014: Prior Stacks Bowers Aug 2011 Chicago ANA World's Fair of Money /Lot #9061
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| J-1066 |
United States
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H10C 1871 J-1066
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PCGS PF 66 Red Brown
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1871 Half Dime
Judd-1066, Pollock-1201
Rarity: Low R.7, PR66RB
Copper in COPPER with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty is seated left on the obverse with thirteen stars around the periphery and the date below. She is wearing an Indian headdress and supporting a Liberty pole with her right hand. Liberty's left hand rests on a globe over which a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped. A pair of flags is behind the seated figure.
Reverse: A wreath of cotton and corn encloses the denomination 5 CENTS, the word STANDARD is above.
Comment:
Lovely Gem Longacre Indian Princess seated style with beautiful pink, violet, and blue huges reflecting from the mirror surfaces and just enough red for the Red Brown designation.
Interesting to note that in 1999 only 3 pieces were certified by PCGS and none fine but since several of these have been graded higher.
Provenance/Appearance:
Prior; Superior Feb 1999 (Pre Long Beach) Lot #2521,
Bowers & Merena Jan 1997 (Rarities Sale) Lot #440,
And most likely New England Rare Coin Auctions Nov 15 1980 / Lot #1027
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| J-1069 |
United States
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H10C 1871 J-1069
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NGC PF 66 RB
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1871 H10C Copper
Judd-1069, Pollock-1205
Rarity: Low R.7, PR66 RB
NGC Coin Explorer Plate Coin for J1069
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: A seated figure of Liberty facing left is seen on the obverse with the date 1871 below. She is surrounded by an arc of thirteen stars and wears an Indian headdress, supporting a Liberty Pole with her right hand.
Reverse: A regular issue half dime reverse with denomination and cereal wreath.
Comment:
A razor-sharp representative with mirrored orange-gold and lilac fields. No detractions are apparent on this high-grade specimen
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Provenance/ Appearances:
Private sale, From The GATOR Collection. Heritage Aug 2016 ANA - Anaheim / Lot #6347 and priors
- Heritage Jan 2005 FUN /lot #10480 (pass). ;
- Steve Ivy Jan 1978 Lot #1060;
- Bowers & Ruddy Nov 1973 (Matt Robert Collection) Lot 1254
- Bowers & Ruddy May 1972 ( Armand Champa Collection) / Lot 1004
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| J-1671 |
United States
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5C 1881 J-1671
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NGC PF 62
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1881 5C
Judd-1671, Pollack-1872
Rarity: High R6; PR62
Struck in Nickel with Plain Edge
Obverse: A Charles Barber Design similar to the design used in 1883 and later Barber Liberty Head Nickels. This version differs in several ways from the regular design. On the obverse UNITED STATES OF AMERICA circles the rim in place of the stars. This is also similar to the designs used on 1 cent and 3 cent patterns of this year (1881)
Reverse: The reverse is a wreath of Wheat, Cotton and corn with the roman numeral V in the center with no other legends.
Comments:
The mint sold 3 piece sets of the 1C, 3C and 5 C patterns.
The piece is evenly grey tone and a few marks however 2 spots on the Obverse may be the grade limiting features.
Provenance/Appearances:
Direct Purchase From Julian Leidman Jan 2017
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| J-1672 |
United States
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5C 1881 J-1672
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NGC PF 65 RB
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1881 5C Copper
Judd-1672. Pollock-1873
Rarity: High R.6/ Low R.7, PF65RB
Struck In copper with Plain Edge
Obverse: The usual head of Liberty, design by Charles Barber, facing left as adopted in 1883 for the regular issue with date below and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds
Reverse: A very large V for the denomination, inside of an open agricultural wreath.
However, it is noteworthy that both IN GOD WE TRUST and E PLURIBUS UNUM are not present on this particular pattern issue, the first was added on the Judd-1674a.
Comment:
This is the 5 cent piece that was part of the standard 3 piece small denomination trial series that match the 1 Cent and 3 Cent pieces
This transitional pattern only has an estimated dozen or so estimated survivors.
Wonderful brown and blue toning on both sides.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Private Transaction June 2017, Prior
- Goldberg Auctions June 2017 Pre-Long Beach Auction #98 / Lot 1164: and
- Superior 2/22/2005 Pre-Long Beach Elite Coin Auction /Lot# 4519 ($3795),
- Heritage Mar 2003 Charlotte ANA / Lot #6564 (PCGS64RB)
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| J-1679 |
United States
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5C 1882 J-1679
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NGC PF 65
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1882 5C
Judd-1679, Pollock-1881
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65
Struck in aluminum with a plain edge.
Obverse: The devices are similar to the issued 1883 No Cents Liberty nickel, but the country name is on the obverse instead of stars. The portrait is slightly smaller,
Reverse: The reverse has IN GOD WE TRUST in small letters instead of UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and E PLURIBUS UNUM. The wreath significantly larger, relative to the eventually issued type leaving just enough room for IN GOD WE TRUST at the top
Comment:
This piece has faint bluish hues grace the lovely and virtually pristine surfaces.
US Patterns states about 12 pieces in extant
Provenance: Appearance:
Private Sale 8/2017 ; Prior: Heritage April 2011 Rosemont CSNS Auction / Lot #6244; Heritage Oct 2010 Stamford Coinfest Auction / Lot #4559 ( passed)
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| J-1680 |
United States
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5C 1882 J-1680
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1882 5C Liberty Head Five Cents
Judd-1680, Pollock-1882
Rarity: Low R.6, PR64 Cam
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: The portrait of Liberty is identical to the adopted design of 1883, but here it is surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA instead of stars, and shows the date (1882) below. The border denticles are quite wide.
Reverse: Features a wreath of corn and cotton encircling a large Roman numeral V. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is above.
Comment:
Choice, bold, with attractive Lightly toned surfaces with slight contrasting between the field and devices.
One of the many suggested patterns for a new Liberty motif nickel five cent piece. William Barber, the Chief Engraver for 10 years following Longacre's death in 1869, died in 1879 and left the top job to his son, Charles E. Barber, whose design this is This design is relatively available in nickel, and it is also known in copper and aluminum. The same design was also used to create the famous "Blind Man's Nickel" with five ridges on the edge
Provenance/Appearance
Private purchase John Harmick 2006; Prior Goldberg Auctions Sept 2006 Pre-Long Beach Auction #37 / Lot 1636
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| J-1684 |
United States
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5C 1882 J-1684 ELIASBERG
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NGC PF 64
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1882 5C
Judd-1684, Pollock-1886
Rarity: Low R.6, PR64
Ex: Eliasberg.
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: Liberty head design as adopted for the regular issue a year later, surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA with the date below.
Reverse: Roman numeral V in the center of an open agricultural wreath with E PLURIBUS UNUM above. This Judd has Narrow dentils.
Comment: Deeply reflective fields feature an overlay dusky gray patina. Modest field-device contrast exists. There is slight repunching at L, R, and N in motto E PLURIBUS UNUM.
Weight: 76.8 grains. Diameter: 0.832 inc
Provenance:
Ex: Charles Steigerwalt to J.M. Clapp; Clapp estate, 1942, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection, Part I (Bowers and Merena, 5/1996), lot 181; ANA Signature (Heritage, 8/1999), lot 7778. From The Collection of William Rau. Heritage April 2018 April CSNS – Chicago / Lot #5126
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| J-1687 |
United States
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5C 1882 J-1687 POLLOCK PLATE
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NGC PF 65
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1882 5C
Judd-1687, Pollock-1889, Rarity: Low R.6, PR65
The Pollock plate coin.
Struck in nickel with a plain edge
Obverse: Bust of LIBERTY facing left with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST above and the date is below and stars on each side (7 left and 6 right) .
Reverse: The reverse of the 1883 w/the Roman Numeral V within a wreath of corn and cotton. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the upper perimeter and the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is at the bottom and no CENTS.
Comments:
This transitional pattern is primarily found in nickel, as seen here, but it is also known in copper (unique) and aluminum. Razor-sharp surfaces are delicately toned with moderately reflective fields. A single speck of aqua residue appears between IT in UNITED.
Technical Aspects: Weight: 77.3 grains. Diameter: 21.2 mm. Die alignment: 180°.
Plate coin - Illustrated in United States Patterns and Related Issues, by Andrew W. Pollock III, as figure 536
Provenance:
Stanley Kesselman, November 11, 1971 to Harry Bass private sale, The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection: Part I, Bowers and Merena May 1999 /Lot 1059 ($1840); From The Collection of William Rau, Heritage April 2018 CSNS – Chicago / Lot #5127, And the The Pollock plate coin.(Fig 361)
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| J-1690 |
United States
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5C 1882 J-1690
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1882 Pattern Liberty Head Nickel.
Judd-1690, Pollock-1892
Rarity: R.5, PR64 Cameo
Struck in nickel with plain edge
Obverse: Similar to the design that the Mint adopted or regular issue Liberty nickel production in 1883, although the stars around the border are arranged in a somewhat different manner.
Reverse: The No CENTS design that the Mint adopted for regular issue Liberty Nickel production in 1883 with the denomination in Roman Numeral “V” within the wreath and UNITED STATES OF AMERICAL around the top and the mode at bottom.
Comment:
This specimen is lightly toned in golden patina with fully untroubled surfaces. The frosty devices are boldly cameo against the fields and deliver superior eye appeal. A popular precursor to the regular issue Liberty nickel of 1883 to 1912, Judd-1690 enjoys strong demand among series specialists and pattern enthusiasts alike. Only 6 are graded finer by PCGS.
Provenance/appearance:
From Stacks Bowers March 2021 Auction - Session 5 /Lot 5624; Prior Ex J.J. Teaparty, privately circa 1980;
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