IN GOD WE TRUST
J-341
Copper Motto on Field
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Design Description: |
PATTERNS & TRIAL COINS 1792-1863 |
| Item Description: |
50C 1863 J-341 |
| Full Grade: |
PCGS PF 65 Brown |
| Owner: |
mania |
Owner Comments:
1863 50C
Judd-341, Pollock-413
Rarity: R.5, PR65 BN CAC Endorsed.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: The obverse die is that of regular issue half dollars in 1863.
Reverse: The reverse presents the regular spread-wing eagle but with the motto GOD OUR TRUST set directly in the field, rather than on a scroll, a feature attributed to George Eckfeldt for Mint Director James Pollock.
Comments:
While labeled Brown, there is significant underlying mint red beneath the brown patina. Bright, reflective fields.
Provenance/Appearance:
From Heritage April 2020 Central States Signature Auction - Dallas / Lot #4820; Prior Superior Sept 1999 Pre Long beach / Lot# 1420