1942

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1942<P1C Q "One Cent" Pattern, Judd-2065, Pollock-4005, Low R.7, MS60 Uncertified--Broken in Two Pieces. An experimental piece made in various metals at the mint and in various plastics by private firms as a possible replacement for copper, tin, and nickel which were needed in World War II. The obverse design was copied from the Colombian two centavo, and the reverse from a Washington medalet (Baker-155). Struck in transparent amber plastic with a plain edge.
Ex: Jules Reiver Collection (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 21890.
From The Liberty Collection, Part Three.

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