1896 5C J-1772 PR(PCGS#62226)

Spring 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6496

Grade

PR62

Price

1,800

Lot Description

1896 Pattern Five Cents. Judd-1772, Pollock-1989. Rarity-6+. Aluminum. Plain Edge. Proof-62 (PCGS). OGH. Obv:Federal-style shield overlaid with a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY, crossed liberty pole and caduceus behind shield. The Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM arcs above the shield, the date 1896 is below, and 13 stars are arranged at the border seven left, six right. Rev:The denomination 5 / CENTS within single-stem wreath with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border. Boldly lustrous silver-gray with a modest amount of cameo contrast. PCGS# 62226. NGC ID: 2AMD. Click here for certification details from PCGS.