1871 10C J-1085, RB PR (PCGS#71344)
The June 2013 Baltimore Auction
- Auctioneer
- Stack's Bowers
- Lot Number
- 2337
- Grade
- PR66
- Price
- 6,463
- Lot Description
- 1871 Pattern Dime. Judd-1085, Pollock-1220. Rarity-6+. Copper. Reeded Edge. Proof-66 RB (NGC). Obv: Longacre's Liberty as Indian Princess seated left on a globe, ribbon on globe reads LIBERTY in <em>raised </em>letters, furled flags behind, liberty pole with cap in right hand, 13 stars around, date below. Rev: the regular-issue reverse of the era. The fiery deep orange-red surfaces of this appealing Gem exhibit lively neon-blue highlights in a bold light source. the strike is deep and bold, with even the tiniest design element nicely presented. The present specimen is <strong><em>the finest example of Judd-1085 certified by NGC within any color designation.</em></strong> Choice for the grade and no doubt as fine an example of Judd-1085 as you are ever apt to see, especially in a NGC holder.
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