1859 Pattern Cent. Copper-nickel, plain edge. Judd-228. Pollock-272. NGC graded MS-65. Nicely toned. A popular Transition issue that incorporates the obverse of 1859 with the adopted shield & oak wreath reverse of 1860. A fair number of these were minted and handed out to congresscritters and other close friends of the mint. They are always welcome in an Indian cent collection to illustrate how the transition occurred from the 1859 laurel wreath piece to the 1860 oak wreath Type. Pop 42; 8 finer in 66. (PCGS # 11932) Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,550 Categories: Patterns
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