Whitman Expo
1849 Original Pattern 3-Cent Silver PR CAM J-111
Details
Originals struck in an alloy supposedly of 50% silver and 50% copper, average weight 22 grains. Restrikes may be in 90% silver. Elemental analysis is required to tell the difference.
Obverse: The die of the regular Liberty Seated half dime.
Reverse: The numeral 3, with no further inscriptions.
Basic Information
GSID:
373489
Coin Date:
1849
Denomination:
P3CS / Pattern 3-Cent Silver
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1849
Composition:
Billon
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Original
Variety 2:
J-111
Rarity:
R-H6
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
