1878 $1 J-1559, RB PR(PCGS#71921)

1878 $1 J-1559, RB PR (PCGS#71921)

The August 2010 Boston Rarities Sale

详细说明: 1878 Pattern Goloid Dollar. Judd-1559, Pollock-1751. Rarity-7+. Proof-67 RB (PCGS). This coin was produced using the same design that the Mint used to strike the 1878 Judd-1557 Goloid Dollar offered above. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.<br />     Similar in rarity to the goloid and standard silver strikings of this design, the Judd-1559 copper impressions have an extant population of only a half dozen or so pieces. The specimen we offer here is a striking Superb Gem that stands as the single-finest of only five examples certified by PCGS and NGC. The obverse exhibits beautiful reddish-copper color with subtle powder-blue highlights to Liberty's portrait. On the reverse, we see even bolder color in blended medium-copper, antique-gold and pale-blue shades. A full strike and expertly preserved surfaces are equally evident on both sides. Remarkable absolute and condition rarity combined with awe-inspiring eye appeal!