1/2c and 1C Pattern Collection
J-226

Owner Comments:

1859 1C Indian
Judd-226, Pollock-270, Snow-PT2
Rarity: High R.6, PR64, CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson.

Struck in copper-nickel with a plain edge.

Obverse: The same Indian Bust as the issued 1859 cent with the pointed bust truncation.
Reverse: Resembles the issued cent reverse of 1860 with the oak wreath and "ONE CENT" denomination in the center but lacks a shield at the top.

Comment:
This obverse / reverse pairing is scarcer than most Indian cent patterns from this era with fewer than a dozen pieces known. This is a deeply mirrored example whose obverse is several shades lighter than the reddish-tinged reverse. Light carbon specking is scattered over each side.

Interesting that this is a seldom seen pattern especially since it viewed as High R.6 Rarity with some 20 pieces extant

Provenance/Appearances:
From the Bob Simpson Sale Part 4 Heritage Feb 2021 Dallas Signature Auction /Lot #3148
Superior Jun 1977 (Dr. Walter Lee Crouch Collection) / Lot #82