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1856 E1/2C Half Cent, Judd-177, Pollock-205, R.5, PR65 PCGS....
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Description
Important Gem Proof 1856 Half Cent
Judd-177, Copper-Nickel
1856 E1/2C Half Cent, Judd-177, Pollock-205, R.5, PR65 PCGS.
Regular die trials striking for the half cent. Struck in
copper-nickel with a plain edge. These pieces were an important
metallurgical trial striking that tested the proposed alloy for the
Flying Eagle cents struck later in this same year. One of only two
pattern half cent varieties; the other is Judd-155. Rich brown
color with an olive-green cast and a sharp strike on the devices
but a soft impression on the dentils. Certified in an old green
label holder. Population: 3 in 65, 0 finer (12/09).Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 29AV, PCGS# 11777, GSID# 12249)
Auction Info
2010 January Orlando, FL FUN US Coin Auction #1136 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th
Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
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