1867 $3 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. JD-1, High R.6....

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1867 Three Dollar, PR64 Deep Cameo
Finest of Two Deep Cameos at PCGS

1867 $3 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. JD-1, High R.6. Ex: Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection. This Choice proof is one of four Deep Cameos listed in the John Dannreuther list of significant examples, one of which is held in the Smithsonian Institution. The present example is the finest of two proofs certified at PCGS with the Deep Cameo designation, and it ranks within the top four of 1867 Deep Cameos overall, PCGS and NGC combined (5/23).

The strike is needle-sharp throughout both sides of this glittering, sun-gold three dollar. Viewed at an advantageous angle, the frosted devices contrast boldly against jet-black, glassy-mirrored fields. Only a few widely scattered hairlines deny an even finer numeric grade. The obverse proof die from 1864 has a tiny spike from the earlobe, and it was used one last time, striking all 50 proofs in 1867. Proofs have the date farther right than 1867 circulation strikes, so there is little confusion distinguishing proofs from prooflike circulation strikes. Only one set of proof dies (JD-1) was used for the year, although proofs were struck in two batches of 25 pieces each. An estimated 12 to 14 1867 proofs are thought to survive in all grades and formats.
Ex: ANA Sale (Stack's, 8/1971), lot 2077.(Registry values: P4)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28A7, PCGS# 98030, Greysheet# 8708)

Weight: 5.02 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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