1854 Original, Copper Pattern Cent PR RD J-164
Details
1854 Cent. Struck in a diameter smaller than that of the current circulating cents.
Obverse: Eagle flying left, adapted from Gobrecht’s 1838 half dollar motif, stars around, date 1854 below.
Reverse: Continuous wreath with ribbon at bottom, enclosing ONE CENT, with inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounding. Two leaves in wreath under E (in STATES).
Basic Information
GSID:
12198
Coin Date:
1854
Denomination:
P1c / Pattern Cent
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Pattern
Coinage Years:
1854
Composition:
Copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Original, Copper
Variety 2:
J-164
Rarity:
R-5
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round