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1859 Copper Pattern Gold Dollar PR BN J-256 Values
Details
1859 Gold Dollar. Similar in concept to J-224 and J-225 of 1858. Often seen gilt, as illustrated. The jury is still out as to whether this is a Mint issue or a private production.
Obverse: Indian Princess design similar to regular issue, but with lettering in a taller font, attributed to Anthony C. Paquet.
Reverse: Similar to regular issue but with lettering in a taller font, attributed to Anthony C. Paquet.
Basic Information
GSID:
12412
Coin Date:
1859
Denomination:
PG$1 / Pattern Gold Dollar
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1859
Composition:
Copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Copper
Variety 2:
J-256
Rarity:
R-7
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Anthony C. Paquet
Obverse Designer:
Anthony C. Paquet
Reverse Designer:
Anthony C. Paquet
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