1881 5C J-1672, RB PR(PCGS#72068)

1881 5C J-1672, RB PR (PCGS#72068)

The March 2012 Baltimore Auction

详细说明: 1881 Pattern Liberty Nickel. Judd-1672, Pollock-1873. Rarity-6+. Copper. Plain Edge. Proof-65 RB (NGC). Obverse of the usual head of Liberty facing left as adopted in 1883 for the regular issue with date below and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds. Reverse with a very large V for the denomination, inside of an open agricultural wreath. It is noteworthy that both IN GOD WE TRUST and E PLURIBUS UNUM are not present on this particular pattern issue, the first was added on the Judd-1674a.<br />      Exceptional eye appeal for the lavender, electric blue and copper brilliance throughout, the strike is bold and the simple designs elegant and carefully preserved with no spots or similar surface issues.<br />      Rare as a pattern issue with perhaps 13 to 16 known, few of those could merit the Gem grade. Undoubtedly one of the finest to survive and a prize for the advanced pattern specialist.