1870 3C J-794, RB PR(PCGS#71037)

The Regency Auction 26

Auctioneer

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Lot Number

800

Grade

PR65RB

Price

6,169

Lot Description

FROM THE STEVEN COOK COLLECTION OF PATTERNS, PART 1. Ex Denali Collection. R-7+ (4-6 minted). Regular issue proof dies struck in copper with a plain edge. This is an old friend. Our sister firm, Legend Numismatics, handled the Denali Collection of 1870 Patterns in 2010. Flashy Proof fields offer a lovely watery reflection bringing out an impressive array of totally original toning. The devices are sharply struck up and frosty. The surfaces are totally devoid of any flaws and the eye appeal is exceptional. PCGS 2, NGC 0, CAC 2. Both of these are ex Denali. Only one PR66 RB is graded finer and is impounded in the Simpson Collection - off the market since August 2013, where it realized $5,875 and the current PCGS Price Guide value is $6,000. What a great coin to add to an advanced cabinet of 3CN, the J-794 is an extremely RARE pattern issue! Cert. Number 06647106 PCGS # 71037