1870 H10C J-818, BN PR(PCGS#61062)

The Regency Auction 57

Auctioneer

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Lot Number

22

Grade

PR65BN

Price

4,230

Lot Description

A gorgeous GEM example of this Rarity-7- half dime pattern. Combining William Barber's Seated Liberty obverse with the regular Proof reverse die, this pattern is struck in copper with a plain edge. These were struck for collectors and were sold in off-metal proof sets. Perhaps 7-12 are known in all grades. The present GEM is bold, flashy and glitters boldly on both sides. A hint of original red frame the legends, melting into even soft brown with lilac overtones on the obverse and the reverse has a blast of neon-blue at the peripheries. The eye appeal is stunning! PCGS 2, NGC 1, CAC 2. There are NONE FINER at PCGS in the BN category. This coin sold for $2,820 in its last appearance in our September 2022 Regency Auction. The other example is the Simpson coin that sold for $3,120 in August 2021. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $4,300 and the CAC CPG value is $3,250. Bid accordingly. Cert. Number 35411693 PCGS # 61062