1865 Proof Quarter Pattern - J-428a

Coin Details

Auction Record

$9,775 PR 01-01-2009 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1865 Proof Quarter Pattern - J-428a is a proof quarter struck at the Philadelphia Mint, 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. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $9,775 PR 01-01-2009 Heritage Auctions. Struck in other. Cataloged as PCGS #60609.

Rarity Notes

Unique. The only known bimetallic composite pattern from the Civil War era. One of the most technologically advanced patterns of the 19th century.

Cross References

Judd-428a; unique bimetallic composite