1872 $3 PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, High R.6....

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1872 Three Dollar Gold, PR64 Cameo
Seldom Seen Finer, CAC Endorsed

1872 $3 PR64 Cameo PCGS. CAC. JD-1, High R.6. Ex: Bender Collection. The familiar obverse die from 1869 was used until 1873 and makes its penultimate appearance on the 1872 proof three dollar gold. Reportedly, only 30 proofs were struck. During the years 1866 to 1876, additional proofs may have been struck for some or all of those three dollar issues, although in small quantities. The small mintage of 1872 circulation strikes may have encouraged additional proofs to be struck, as there would have been collector demand.

This is a near-Gem, richly contrasted proof with watery, jet-black fields well-frosted devices. Vibrant orange-gold color complements the Choice surfaces. While multiple obverse die uses diminishes isolated high-point detail, the strike is deep and sharp overall. A few wispy hairlines are seen with a loupe, yet the 1872 proofs are seldom seen any finer. PCGS reports a single 64+ and one finer cameo proof. Population: 5 in 64 (1 in 64+) Cameo, 1 finer. CAC: 2 in 64, 0 finer (11/22).
From The Bender Family Collection, Part II. (Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28AC, PCGS# 88035, Greysheet# 8722)

Weight: 5.02 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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