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1872 Amazonian, Aluminum Pattern Gold $1 PR CAM J-1226 Values
Details
1872 Amazonian Gold Dollar.
Obverse: The obverse features a head of Liberty wearing a liberty cap bound by a band with the word “LIBERTY” written upon it. The head is surrounded by 13 stars; the date “1872” is below the bust. This head is an enlarged version of that used on Barber’s Amazonian pattern quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars, thus the appellation was applied to the gold patterns, as well.
Reverse: The reverse features an eagle protecting a shield and a scroll that reads “IN GOD WE TRUST.”
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1872
Composition:
Aluminum
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Amazonian, Aluminum
Variety 2:
J-1226
Rarity:
R-8
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
William Barber
Obverse Lettering:
1872, LIBERTY
Obverse Designer:
William Barber
Reverse Designer:
William Barber
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