1792 Quarter Pattern - J-12
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$2,232,500 • MS63 BN NGC CAC • 01-2015 • Heritage Auctions (Partrick Collection)
Description
The Judd-12 is the copper version of the 1792 Eagle-on-Globe Quarter Dollar pattern, designed and engraved by Joseph Wright, George Washington's choice for the position of first Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. Wright trained at London's Royal Academy of Arts and painted portraits of Benjamin Franklin and George Washington before returning to America. The obverse features a small, delicate bust of Liberty facing right with her hair tied in a ribbon, the word "LIBERTY" above, and the date 1792 below — creating an elegant cameo-like effect. The reverse is among the most beautiful in early American numismatics: an American eagle perched atop a globe, surrounded by "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and a border of 87 tiny stars. Uniquely among 1792 patterns, this coin bears no denomination. Wright's wife have served as the model for Liberty. Only two specimens are known: one in the Smithsonian, and one that passed through the Parmelee, Brand, Judd, and Partrick collections. Wright died of yellow fever in 1793 before his appointment as Chief Engraver could be confirmed.
Rarity Notes
High R.7. Only 2 examples exist.
Cross References
Pollock-14
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