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1836 P2c White Metal, J-56a PR

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Possibly tin washed copper. These dies were used in a combination of metals and edge treatments. J-52. buckled die (but not perfect die) examples of J-54, and varieties J-54, and J-55 to J-56a are restrikes. J-53 coins are original, and perfect die (weight about 60 grains) specimens of J-54 are not original. Originals are from circulation type (non-Proof) die finish; all others are with Proof finish. Some of J-53 were pickled at the Mint to simulate their appearance after a degree of circulation; such coins quickly turned dull gray or black.2 • J-52: restrike, medal turn. • J-53: original, coin turn, non-Proof dies (as struck, reeding coarse). • J-54: cracked obverse die, medal turn. • J-55: restrike, medal turn.3 • J-55a: restrike, medal turn. • J-55b: restrike, medal turn, struck as PE, but later given RE (reeded after striking, delicate reeding4) • J-56 and J-56a: existence is uncertain.

Obverse Description

Perched “small eagle” similar to that used for the reverse of Draped Bust silver coinage of the late 1790s. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / 1836 surrounds.

Reverse Description

Heavy wreath close to the border, enclosing TWO CENTS.

Catalog Information

GSID: 11977
Strike Type: Proof
Coin Shape: Round
Edge: Reeded
Variety: White Metal
Variety 2: J-56a
Coin Date: 1836
Denomination: P2c
Designation: PR
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Coinage Type: Pattern
Coinage Years: 1836
Composition: White Metal
Rarity: H7
PCGS #: 11210
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GSID:11977 PCGS:11210 Shop related

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Grade CPG Value (Retail) Greysheet Price (Wholesale)
PR63 $12,000 $1,234
PR62 $10,500 $1,234

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