Owner Comments:
1868 1C
Judd-609, Pollock-674
Rarity: High R.7, PR63 BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: The design closely resembles that of the three cent nickel
Reverse: Closely resembles that of the three cent nickel except that the Roman numeral I instead of III is within the wreath. RI in AMERICA touch at the bases, and the base of the 1 in the date is repunched.
Comment:
These patterns were issued in sets along with the 3 cent (Judd-618-Judd-620) and 5 cent (Judd-633-Judd-634). All copper strikes seen are of the High Date variant, unlike the nickel patterns that are found in both High and Centered Date varieties. Only a half dozen pieces are believed known. The surfaces on this piece have mellowed to an attractive iridescence. Planchet flakes are located on the neck of Liberty, the face, and another on the reverse to the left of the I in the denomination.
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Heritage Sept 2020 Important Selections, Part I / Lot #10225, Prior Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctions May 2003 /Lot #592
Plate Coin for PCGS Coinfacts for Type J609