1871 10C J-1075, BN PR(PCGS#61334)

1871 10C J-1075, BN PR (PCGS#61334)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Lot Description: 1871 Pattern Dime. Judd-1075, Pollock-1211. Rarity-7-. Copper. Reeded Edge. Proof-66 BN (PCGS). Obv:Chief Engraver James Barton Longacre's Indian Princess motif with no stars around the borders. Liberty is seated left wearing a Native American headdress, her left hand resting atop a globe inscribed LIBERTY and her right hand supporting a liberty pole. Two flags are behind the portrait, and the date 1871 is below. Rev:The denomination 10 CENTS is surrounded by a wreath of corn and cotton, the word STANDARD inscribed along the upper border. Awe-inspiring premium Gem quality, both sides reveal intense cobalt blue undertones to dominant rose-copper patina as the surfaces dip into a light. Silky smooth in texture with a fully executed strike, this is one of the most attractive survivors from this die marriage that we have ever had the privilege of bringing to auction. Provenance: From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. Acquired June 1988. Kagin's company tag with attribution notation included. PCGS Population: just 1; 0 finer in this category. PCGS# 61334. NGC ID: 2A3C. Click here for certification details from PCGS.