1864 Cent Pattern - J-356
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
$3,800 CH BU 03-17-1992 Stack's
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1864 Cent Pattern - J-356 is part of the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series. The obverse features experimental designs reflecting wartime themes including patriotic motifs and alternative compositions and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the Civil War, when coin hoarding caused severe shortages and the Mint experimented with new compositions to keep coins in circulation. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Auction record: $3,800 CH BU 03-17-1992 Stack's. Struck in other. Cataloged as PCGS #60526.
Rarity Notes
Rarity-6. Approximately 15-20 specimens known.
Cross References
Judd-356; Pollock-427
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